November 5, 2024

Today the constant swirl of to do's seem to be fading away,

leaving some space for dreams, and creativity.

I have been enjoying some quiet rainy days at home,

reflecting, unpacking and just putzing around the house.

Twinkle lights, candles, books and a cat on my lap.

 Hygge mode.

Today I am thankful for:

Hubby coming by to pick me up so we could go

vote together

My dad. Today is his birthday.💖

Long catch up phone chats with my girlfriends.

It was good to hear their voices after 3 weeks.

The sun peeking out from the clouds, 

and a walk in the woods by the lake.

Hubby picking up Mexican carry out for dinner.

Graduating as an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.💞

Finding a quote that I wrote down  from the movie "Dog Gone"

(Netflix)

"You live in a bubble,

eventually you suffocate."

My favorite journal takeaway for today:

Avoid the temptation to doubt yourself.

Be willing to go for what you know, when you know it, 

with or without the company of others.

Happy voting !

xoxo

💗

 

November 2, 2024

I woke up feeling refreshed and happy this morning.

 It felt good to get the house spruced up yesterday. 

If felt a little stale and stuffy when I returned home

after being away for two weeks.

It's overcast and breezy today. We've got storms moving in.

Otis just let out a howl.  It makes me smile.

He's our neighbors hound dog, and I just love the big ol' goofy guy.

I just noticed the message on the label dangling out of my mug of tea,

and it reminded me of a moment from back home. 

My childhood friend and I went on a little outing,

had lunch at a quaint little bistro, and then an afternoon walk to

 soak up the gorgeous day, & our rapidly dwindling time together.

"We are all fabulous in our own way."

~tea tag~

We thought she was a hip older woman.

When we reached her, she turned out to be really hip young woman. 

We appreciated her and send her much love. 💗

Here are a few top picks on things that I am so grateful for this morning:

3 apple cider donuts (from Taft Farms) 

that I carefully packed away in my carry on traveled well.

Having a coffee & donut moment with hubby.

Sharing a special treat with the taste from home,

and the cozy memory of my Dad and I having our first cup of coffee & a cider donut 

the morning I left.

Wildflowers still blooming in my garden,

and vases of freshly picked blooms brightening up my windowsill.

Wearing the same hoodie I wore on the chilly mornings back home,

and feeling comforted.

Waking up to cloud dappled sky, in blues, pinks and greys,

and the chance of a storm moving in.

Feeling so much love for & from my family and friends. 

And (now that she's over being mad that I left) Polly too.

And my favorite takeaway from my journal this morning:

"You are not bouncing haphazardly through time and space.

Invite Me into your decisions. I know how to get  you where you want to go.

"The greatest service you can offer to Me, yourself & the energy

of the universe is a blessing."

~God~

Sending you blessings.

Be well.

xoxo

💝

 

I Want It That Way

This was playing in the background at my favorite shop in the village the other day.

 Me, my kiddo and his girlfriend were all hanging out together.

It was a great moment. 

( I Shazam(ed) the artist)

Now I am kind of having another moment.

I really like these guys. 

"Music is the soundtrack to every good and bad time we will ever have."

xoxo

💓

Trusting Intuition

"People should be more like animals...

they should be more intuitive;

they should not be too conscious of

what they do while they do it."

~Albert Einstein~

Because sometimes we think we know,

and we really don't.

This morning a letter formed from 10 different daily devotions.

Written as received.

(side note: I'm finishing my coaching course.

I was in the midst of working on my integrative labs,

 when my heart changed direction.

It's a direction that ignited me...

which is why I'm willing to shift my plans.

It's also something new...and I am fighting self-doubt

and fear. 

The way I figure, is I can try and fail, or not try and always wonder.

It's pulling at me.

So I'm going to jump in with both feet (normally I play it safe, and just step with one...).

We'll see where this goes...

I'm going to trust I'll land in the right place. )

"As you become increasingly aware of Me, 

you find it easier to discern the way you should go.

Instead of wondering what is on the road ahead or worrying

about what you should do if...or when...

you can concentrate on staying in communication with Me.

When you actually arrive at a choice-point,

I will show you which direction to go.

I am the most creative Being imaginable.

I will not leave you circling in deeply rutted paths.

I will lead you along fresh trails of adventure,

revealing to you things you did not know.

Stay in communication with Me.

Follow My guidance.

Don't waste precious time wandering when you can 

come directly to Me & seek direction for your life.

The temptation to move forward without receiving direction

from Me may be great because of external pressures that are

very real & stressful.

Remember that I am greater than all the circumstances 

that assail you.

It's of utmost importance that you pause until you 

receive further instruction from Me.

Actively pursue Me, and move toward Me, not the thing you 

are waiting for.

Never fear about whether I have a plan for the next stage of your life.

I won't leave you to guess what I desire of you,

not as long as you're seeking Me.

Remain connected and listen to Me.

Wait actively with great expectation and hope.

I am always by your side, eager to help you-

but sometimes you forget Me.

You are easily distracted by the demands of others.

Turn to Me for help.

Talk to Me about the matters that concern you.

Open your heart to Me.

Allow My blessings to flow freely into you.

Be continually conscious of My nearness.

Be open to new connections.

Opt for the path that enhances your self-esteem.

Your life is a testimony of who you are.

Be aware of how the conditions in your life &

how you live your life demonstrate what you believe 

about yourself.

Trust your gut. 

The next right action, that inner pull, will guide you 

step-by-step the way to go, in the right moment, if you listen.

Let go a little bit. Free yourself up.

Create space to do what truly fulfills you, and live by your own set of values.

I will put the pieces of your life together, and work 

everything out for the good."

~God~

"I will instruct you & teach you in the way you should go;

I will counsel you with My eye upon you."

Psalm 32:8

"The only journey is the one within."

xoxo

💞