front porch musings

I love this time of year
Sitting on my front porch
Reading a book
Writing
Chatting with a friend
It makes me so happy to feel the fresh air
And soak in the sunshine
My best ideas come to me when I am outside

Today a special visitor and his four legged friend stopped by
I loved the surprise of the moment
We live around the block from one another but don't see each other that often
I am hoping more impromptu visits like that happen this spring and summer
Maybe even spend some time together on the front porch
Or a walk around the pond

The fresh air wakes me up
The longer days light up my heart
I have a little pep in my step
A smile across my face
And an open invitation to join me on my front porch
To sit with me and share your stories
I would love to hear what is living in your heart

letters across the miles

Dear Kristine

Thank you so much for your thoughts and prayers during the passing of my Nana.  It was a long few days, but there were so many beautiful memories of her radiant life that were shared which warmed my heart.  It is never easy when someone passes but we all know that she is in a better place looking down on all of us.

This past weekend I hosted my very first

Feast of Words

.  Oh Kristine, how I wish you could have been a part of it.  It was magical.  An intimate group of women gathered to share a meal and pour there heart onto the page.  I wish you could have seen the topics that arose from the writing prompts . . . the words and heartfelt emotion that they shared . . . the kindness, love and support that they gave one another. . . it was all so beautiful.  I am still in awe that it all unfolded as it did.

I definitely want to host another one and dreamed last night of "taking the show on the road."  I would love to be able to show up in peoples home town and host a Feast of Words event in their home.  What a big, bold dream, but oh how wonderful it would be.

Dustin and I went to our first baseball game of the season this past weekend.  It was so fun.  We both love baseball and have the same desire to go to every single stadium.  I love seeing how each stadium is different and love the enthusiasm the fans have for their hometown team.  Even though we are Yankees fans we went to see the Mets.  He has never seen the stadium before and it has a really great feel to it.

I  am so happy to hear that you are enjoying your job!  That is fantastic.  If you make your way to New York City let me know.  I am right around the corner from there.  How fabulous it would be to get to meet up.

How are your plans going for your "Kick Off to Summer" trip to Maine.  I love that you guys do a kick off to summer trip.  What a fantastic idea.  I have never been to Maine but have heard it is beautiful.  Have you been there before?

Dustin and I are not so good with the planning when it comes to trips.  He brings up a million ideas and then changes his mind a million and one more times.  So we have a few balls juggling in the air but am not sure which one we will actually catch.

I am looking forward to getting back on my bicycle again and exploring.  It is one of my favorite things to do during Spring and Summer.  I also enjoying sitting outside on my front patio reading and writing.  This is my favorite time of year.

Until next time my dear.  Sending you so much love and I look forward to hearing from you.

xo

Jennifer

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feast of words, oh yes it happened!

It was here where we gathered

Feasting on words and a delicious meal

Hearts opened

Words spilled onto the page

Compassion

Love

Support

Hugs

Laughter

So much goodness

I am in shock that it happened

I am in awe for how open and caring everyone was

Together we bonded

Sharing our inner most thoughts

Letting our hand speak what our heart needed to say

The women who gathered were amazing!

Each one of them blew me away

I am so grateful for them

Head on

over here

 to see more words and images from the night.

Feast of Words

This past weekend I hosted my very first 

Feast of Words

Joy and gratitude are overflowing from my heart

I am blown away by the honest wholehearted writing and sharing that occurred in my home

We warmed up our writing muscles with some tasty appetizers

And quick fun prompts

Gently easing into the writers mind

We then gathered around the table, which was set with intention

and a special piece of art from dear friend

Kelly Barton

We shared stories, giggled, and savored a delicious meal prepared by our very special Chef

We found a comfortable place to write

Hands nervous, hearts unsure of what was to come

But together we took the leap

Words poured onto the page

Individuals who said they weren't writers wrote the most beautiful things

Hearts expanded and love swirled around

There was no judgment or criticism

Only a common understanding for each other

As ears openly listened and hands feverishly wrote

It was a night filled with compassion

Heartfelt writing

And a delicious Feast on Words

I am so grateful for each individual who took a chance on this night.  Arriving with an open mind and delving deep into writing.  I am also grateful for my chef, Alice who prepared the most delicious meal and helped the night run smoothly.

Together we laughed, cried, and feasted.  It was a night to remember.

postcard from the road

through the forest

You may feel small
Lost in your own forest of worry and despair
You may be unsure how to find your path
Which way to go to feel the weight on your shoulders lifted
You may think you will never make it

What you must know is that
You are not in the forest alone
There are others traveling through
Deep in their own struggles of finding their way out
They too wonder sometimes if they will ever make it

You need to seek out those others and come together
Hold hands and walk the journey alone side one another
Have open and honest conversation
Dig deep into the heart and say what it is that scares you most
And also share what it is that fuels your inner fire

Alone we struggle
Fearful, unsure, feeling we are the only ones
Together we conquer
Encouraging, brave, honest connections
Lets travel through the forest together