I have learned

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I am learning that we are all on a journey
Searching for the things that move us
The moments that wake us up, and make us feel alive

I am learning that time moves quickly
If we do not stop for a moment and appreciate it
It is gone, in the blink of an eye

I am learning that we will face hard times
We will push through
And we will come out on top, one step at a time

I am learning that love can move mountains
Patience is important
We need to stand along side one another, sharing our love

I am learning that there is joy in the every day
Sometimes hidden
Just needing to be uncovered, and tended to

I am learning that kindness makes this world thrive
We need to help each other
Show we care, it all brings life to this world

I am learning new things 
Every single day
Through the opportunities I receive, and the people I encounter

I am learning
And you are to
What have you learned lately, share it with us here

Entering week 2

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Love is being spread through the mail
My heart is singing, my soul is dancing
I am so grateful for the enthusiasm
And for all the lovely post cards that are being sent

Days are brightening
People are sharing
Hearts are opening
It is all so lovely

The very first Love Notes Project is underway
62 people are participating
24 different states are represented
and 3 people in Canada
We also have one brave guy a part of this

A great big thank you to everyone involved
I love seeing your photos and reading your emails
Just think of the joy that is added to the mail carriers load
And the smile that forms when they see your beautiful post card

Week 2 is underway and I couldn't be more excited :0)

i begin...

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I begin...
To see that I need to slow down
Stop, find my soul
Sit with my thoughts
Just be

I begin...
To see that I have to be kind with love
I can not push and pull
Laughter, hugs, deep embraces
Make love flourish

I begin...
Digging deep into who I am
Embracing my true calling
Following my heart
Shining bravely in the light

I begin...
To love who I am
Share my love with others
Give space for others to be,
As they and I are

I begin...
Living, breathing deeply
Digging into who I am
Letting go of expectation
Shedding layers of hurt

I begin...
Each day with my heart open
Ready to embrace the world
Seeking joy
And giggling in the rain

I begin...
Again
And again
And again


Writing prompt inspired by the Inner Excavate Along with Liz Lamoreux

Let's begin

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The Love Notes Post Card Project starts today and I am thrilled.  We have people participating from all over the USA and some from Canada.  I cannot believe how excited everyone is about this project and just love the idea of happy mail arriving in peoples mailboxes.

For this initial kickoff the the project will run for 3 weeks.  Each Sunday a writing prompt arriving in the email box of those participating.  But don't worry if you missed signing up, I have a feeling that this will definitely be happening again.  Head on over to HERE to sign up for the Love Notes newsletter.  You will be the first to know when we start again.

Happy post card mailing :)

arriving home

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It has been a hectic past couple of weeks
Big projects pulling me in many directions
Time flying by
Frustration and exhaustion
Dreading going to my second job
Just wanting to crawl into bed and sleep

Slowly I have risen to the top
With every accomplishment
Time must be spent deep in the trenches
Figuring things out
Making mistakes and feeling lost
Pushing through to creating

When you are deep in the hole
It feels like you will never find your way out
Pleading with the clock to slow down
Hoping for that breakthrough to get you going
Wondering how you will ever get it done
Draining all your resources

But then the sun breaks through
You find the right motion to climb the hill with ease
You begin to feel lighter
Picking up speed you are off
A smile forming deep from within

Good things come through hard word
Messy hands
Picking up the pieces
And putting them back together
Pride surfaces when we stick with it
Stay strong through the storm

I have finally arrived home
Feeling incredibly happy and proud of myself
I struggled and felt lost
But I never gave up
And here I am, happy

It feels good to make it through to the other side