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A New Year

26 Sunday Jan 2014

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2013 was a very challenging year. It was a year of growth and painful transition. I had to release my desire to make everything perfect. I had to get comfortable with knowing I didn’t have all the answers and with being responsible for more than what one person is remotely capable of. It was messy. I was pushed emotionally, physically and spiritually.

But there is beauty in the breakdown. You either give up and shut down or you open up and receive all that the universe is willing to offer. I chose the latter.

The thing is, when I look back at 2013, it’s all a blur. I survived it. I was living without being present in my moment to moment experience. There was little reflection and little joy. I know that this is not how I want to lead my life. I’ve made a commitment to myself that 2014 will be different. This year I will reconnect to the those things that bring me happiness and share my journey with others.

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Amongst the Obstacles

01 Wednesday Aug 2012

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I wrote this over 7 years ago, but it is one of those journals that I read today and it still resonates with me. It’s about the journey, not the destination. True strength of character can be measured by the level of happiness that a mind is capable of bringing to this world and to those around him, no matter what the circumstances.

We need to practice this (happiness) on a daily basis so when the real crisis comes, we can showcase our strength.

Written February 10, 2005

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“I had a profound moment this week and I want to make sure that I capture how I feel right now. What I realize now is that it’s not about what obstacles are in your life. (ie: money issues, relationship issues, your job, car, clothes, confidence level) it is not about overcoming them. It is about finding serenity amongst them.

At the end of everyday, you can find happiness within yourself. This is where happiness exists. The goal of life is to find happiness no matter what is going on. It is always there, you just have to have the strength of mind to find it.

I did yoga this morning. The yoga instructor reiterated it. He said that it doesn’t matter if you’re running, surfing, or seeing a long lost friend; the happiness you feel is because those actions make your mind STOP. When the mind stops, there is happiness. So, if you can make your mind stop, then you can always find happiness.

Pure Excitement

15 Monday Aug 2011

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There is always a bit of excitement and motivation when you start a new project. Whether it be some effort of organizational activity in your home, a new hobby or craft or planning an event. Call me crazy, but I have been so excited today just thinking about my own little corner of the internet where I can talk about whatever I want. I have ZERO readers so far… but so what! I am thrilled to be able to have a little platform where I can talk about anything I feel like. Even if the only reader is me 50 years from now in that little rocking chair… I feel like this activity is worthwhile.

A number of topics went through my head this morning as I was driving to work. Road rage… Random Thought topic. Juicing… yes, definitely a Favorite Thing.  EMF safety… this one fits right into Information Overload and is something that I’m researching/investing in right now. There were too many topics to count! What did I want to say today? How often will I blog? I have no rules! I can talk about whatever I want, whenever I want! No words… just pure excitement overwhelmed me.

This truly feels liberating. I think everyone should have a blog. It’s kind of like a diary, but with a public approach. What you say in the privacy of your own journal is for your eyes only. Sometimes those thoughts become pervasive, especially if they are weighing you down. A public blog is something much different. There is a certain aspect of declaration about it. If you say it, you feel it and you OWN it. Well, you can always reserve the right to change your mind at some future date, but for that moment, you OWN it!

My apologies if my excitement for a blog is mundane and boring for anyone (anyone?) out there reading this… but for me, especially right now, it’s what I need.

Expect to see lots of blog posts in the coming weeks. I’m sure the new car smell will eventually wear off, but for now, I’m going to let my thoughts run wild!

the little things

09 Tuesday Feb 2010

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Life is wrapped up in the little things. Everything we do, say, think is 10x more powerful than we can ever imagine. I have always loved the following quote because it reminds us that the smallest deeds can be very powerful.

“Sow a thought, reap an action; sow an action, reap a habit; sow a habit, reap a character; sow a character, reap a destiny.”

Every time you think or do something, you become one step closer to becoming that person that you want to be. A more perfect you. Simply put, you achieve more of your potential. You have accomplished much more than meets the eye. The smallest action has the potential to change your life.

Whether it be through new experiences, challenges or thoughts, I am constantly pushing myself to think outside the box and step out of my comfort zone. It may sound strange, but I just feel like if I continue to do everything that I’ve always done, then I won’t grow and change. I want to learn new things everyday.

I have a new plan. I will utilize this virtual place in the world to assist me in my journey through small, new experiences. Whether it is something simple or slightly more challenging, I will write about it here and keep it as a journal of my baby steps through life.

One day I will have a completed book that I can print out and save to read when I’m old & gray. My children and grand-children can live through my experiences. In my opinion, I think that is one of the greatest gifts you can leave your children. A lineage. Family memories and leading by example. I will attempt to share my lesson’s learned and let everyone know my opinions on the must do activities on this earth.

I hope they will enjoy reading through my journey as I experience it first-hand.