This cow made me smile and I was happy that he stood close to us, kissed my arm and made me squeal.
Keepin’ life simple.
Happy Friday! It’s the weekend!!
nAMaste
Tag Archives: Happiness
To React or Not?
Today I practiced reacting slowly and intentionally without emotion attached to the reaction in response to events.
I practiced explaining my thoughts and considered the other person’s point of view as equal to mine. I considered and acknowledged their intentions before reacting with mine. I created space for connections and didn’t overthink and flowed with what came our way. By not reacting and adding fuel to possible conflict, there wasn’t any conflict. I was part of the solution. a-ha.
This was a good, a-ha moment! I want to continue to practice this one. It’s harder than it sounds, especially when I want to be right. Don’t we all?
nAMaste
Dear BeLOVErs…
We gather today to get through this thing called
L I F E.
We gather daily to practice living and loving, laughing and connecting, all that
I S
G O O D.
nAMaste
rest in peace, (my) sweet prince.
Wine or Work Out?
Tonight I chose to work out instead of relaxing with a glass of wine or ice cream. It was a tough decision, but I’m smiling now. I bet I’ll sleep better too! I put on my work out clothes this morning with the thought of working out first thing and the day slipped away. I’m glad I still had my running shoes on after the dinner dishes were done and made my way to the garage instead of the couch. Baby steps…or actually 3.53 miles! Yay, for the little changes.
What little changes did you get to make today?
Wishing you well.
Goodnight. xo
Unity
One Love…remember we are more alike than we are different.
We can choose to celebrate the light within each of us, despite our differences and faults.
See the good, especially in those we love. It’s an amazing practice.
Have a good week!
Little Miles
Today I was thankful for squeezing in time to run and shower in the middle of the day.
This is the first year I am a working mom on spring break with 3 kids home. Luckily one can drive and is really helpful. I am thankful for a flexible schedule that allows me to integrate work and play all day.
Life is good.
Life IS. Not fair.
I like to see the good in this world and focus my attention here. I choose to celebrate life daily, finding a nugget of happiness even on the less than perfect days.
And even on the almost perfectly imperfect days, while I’m celebrating a moment of joy, I am aware that others are suffering.
Like today.
Today I was filled with joy, anticipating Christian putting on his first tuxedo as he was going to prom tonight. I was admiring my baby and how he has grown up into a tall, kind and handsome young man. I enjoyed watching my husband help him with his shirt buttons and cuff links. I loved watching his transformation in front of my eyes.
And while I was enjoying my moment of joy, I was thinking of Chase and his family and feeling their sadness. It’s been a year and a half since he passed away and it just doesn’t feel fair. Life just is. Yin and yang. Joy and sadness, swirled.
*big sigh*
As we were getting ready, I happened to glance at Facebook and learned that my friend’s daughter passed away from a horrible disease, cystic fibrosis. I felt for their family and the pain they are experiencing today and that will continue. I was crying tears of happiness and sadness at the same time.
I think we are all connected and that their children, are our children. And their pain, is our pain. And the other mamas, are part of me too.
As I was feeling joy and celebrating my son tonight, I was also feeling sadness for their loss. Yin and yang. Life is. Not fair. It just is.
nAMaste, BeLOVErs – wherever you are in this moment of life.
Rest in peace, Hunter.
Do It Anyway
Today was a gorgeous day. The sunlight was amazing and lasted late into the warm night.
Charlie wanted to go back outside one more time before it was too dark. I resisted at first, saying he needed to finish his homework. He promised he would and begged for ten more minutes with the cool breeze on his face.
I had just mentioned how I loved the feel of the cool breeze coming in from the kitchen window and he used my words. How could I resist?
I told him okay, he could go out again, if he’d come back and study a bit more. He then asked me if I wanted to come outside with him, and of course, my thoughts were no way! I was done. It was almost 8pm and I was ready to be resting on the couch. He asked me again, saying he wanted to play with me. How could I resist?
I have all these wise women who have taught me along the way that the time we have with our kids is actually short and that we will miss them wanting us one day. I believe in their wisdom, so I said yes. I went outside, anyway, despite my reservations and different expectations. I enjoyed shooting baskets with him and seeing how good he is at long shots. I loved how he shared the ball with me. I loved the neighbor’s dog who came up on the driveway to greet us. I did it anyway and was happy I did. I always am and never regret doing the work once I do it and actually dive in.
What are you resisting and would you be happier if you did it anyway? I’m curious.
Happy Doing!
Love Is
Love is all around us.
Where did you see love today?
Where did you feel love?
How did you give love?
My husband chose to go for an evening walk with me after work today and I stopped when I saw love on this tree.
My daughter showered me with love when she chose to sort and fold the laundry, while I was out on my date with her daddy.
I loved Charlie today when I took him to get vaccine shots. I made him happy when he asked me to take him for sushi as his reward, instead of ice cream as I had planned.
Today flowed and I loved it, even for a Monday.
How was you (Mon)day, honey?
🙂
Palo Alto Stroll
Juliana and I enjoyed getting out of the house for a little bit today. We walked down University Avenue in Palo Alto as we had a return to make. It was a gorgeous day and we were happy to be outside and to shop together.
The way I got dressed up was to put on a little mascara, along with my yoga pants and T-shirt. Super casual is how I role, oh and no shower and I forgot earrings! This is my imperfect normal. Last minute planning and I loved it. I’ve learned that I don’t really care what I’m doing, as long as I’m sharing time with loved ones.
Today was good, just being together with Juliana and enjoying our time together.
Life is good. How was your day?
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