~ May Day ~

"Have you beheld anything more beautiful

with the fragrance of heaven ...

wrapped around your neck with Love?"

In Celebration of "Aloha Friday" I bring to you "May Day is Lei Day!" 

Even though today is actually April 30th, it's close enough to May 1st!!

Enjoy the history and video of this celebrated holiday all around Hawaii.  Who would ever think that flowers could create such a beautiful masterpiece?!!

May Day Celebration!

Mahalo!! ♥

~ Birds Sing ~

"A bird does not sing because it has an answer.

It sings because it has a song."

- Chinese Proverb

This very early morning as I was packing kids' lunches for the day, my hubby walked into the kitchen and asked if it was cold outside.  The sun still hadn't gotten up and it was dark outside.  I answered back that I'm sure it's cold right now - the sun isn't up yet.  He then asked, do you think the birds are singing?  I kind of laughed at the randomness of the question (he is seriously a "spinning top" morning person), and answered back - the birds still sing if it's cold or not.  Right then, I knew what my post was for the day!!  : )

I've been thinking about that since.  Do I "still sing" no matter what the day will be like?  I can hear the birds singing right now out my window as I type this.  They don't let the weather determine their mood or attitude for the day.  The birds continue on with their daily task's, fluttering about with joyful song for the world to hear.  What is my joyful song today for those around me?  Is it worth listening to?  Is it a nice tone of voice that makes others want to listen? 

Here's to singing your song today - no matter the weather - no matter your mood.  Let your song be heard!

~ Be Grateful ~

"A grateful soul, is one who expresses thanks
at every turn in life -

no matter what is thrown his way."

I know I have talked about gratitude before - and this won't be the last time either!!  : )

Gratitude is one thing in life that really has gotten me through the toughest times.  It is also like a gift of peace and contentment that floods my soul, when I express thanks to all that is in my life before me.  It truly is one of the highest virtues and characteristics of a noble person - and he who gives daily thanks "no matter what is thrown his way" will be blessed one-hundred fold.

Challenge today!  If you already haven't started a Gratitude Journal - today is your day!  It's very simple.  At the end of the day, write down at least 5 things you are grateful for that happened in your life that day.  It doesn't have to be extravagant or complicated.  Simplicity is where gratitude is found.  The little things.  The meaningful moments.  Even if it was just "making it through the day."  AND - even write down any challenges/obstacles that you faced and conquered!  Gratitude is everywhere - even in the tough lessons of life. 

Open your heart ♥ and eyes today.  Be Grateful. And then feel the magic unfold - expanding within your being.

p.s.... Every day - all around you - holds "ordinary miracles" ... you just have to open your eyes and see.  This is where gratitude lives.

~ Dreams ~

“Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.”

- Brian Littrell

The other day, I was enjoying myself in town just piddling around the shops, taking in the beautiful scenery, feeling the warm sun drench my body, just enjoying a moment of my own.  I came around the corner and noticed a very young couple engaged in what looked like a very passionate conversation.  I passed them and kept walking, and all of a sudden they were walking alongside me.  The young man - very lit up - turned to me and asked:
"You would follow your dreams if you could wouldn't you?!" 
I looked at him kind of caught off guard but managed a smile and with wide eyes nodded and said matter-of-factly:  "Yes, I would!"  He looked at (what seemed to be his girlfriend) and said: "See?!!  You need to do it!"  They continued on, passing me by - a faster pace this time - and more engaged in their discussion.

I had to smile.  First of all - I was quite impressed with this young man's true shining enthusiastic passion.  Not to mention his young age - he got it so early on in life ... the understanding of how important it is to "follow your dreams if you could!"  It was at that moment that I felt an un-expected question entering my thoughts - almost shouting within my head - "What are my dreams?!"  I've been pondering that questions since.  Do I even know what my dreams are?  Do you? 

A few years back, I made it a daily habit to write down daily goals to reach whatever dream(s) I was aiming to accomplish in my home business.  They were more focused on money, materialistic things, and position in success.  It's funny how life sometimes steps in - picks you up - twisting and turning you out of alignment and then releases you back into another chapter of life.  Kind of a wake-up-call of sorts, with your dreams re-defining themselves. 

I have dreams - I've had them set before and have accomplished many.  But now - having this question asked and pondered for the past couple of days in my life today - this very moment, they've changed from what they used to be.  I feel they have become more of value and priority - long lasting - in an eternal perspective -what matters most.  Like being a good mother and raising good, decent, respectful people.  Being a good wife, daughter, friend, sister, aunt.  A good leader to those around me.  A good piano teacher.  A good writer that might somehow touch someone for the day, even if it's just one word or phrase or thought.  And most of all - a good daughter of God.  These - though they might seem mundane or menial to the world - are the most important dreams to me.  They are my dreams.  Mine to shoot for.  The dreams of the world might come later - after I've accomplished these that are more meaningful - with such a higher priority - that no money can buy.

Here's to your dreams today.  What are they?  Ask the question and the answers will come - they will.  Write them down.  Set your dreams at the top of your daily list and remember they are now priority.  And if they are priority - the most important things in your life today - what will you list first to accomplish them?

So, for now - Dream!!  And then one day, you will realize that your daily reality of life is now filled with your dreams being accomplished.  Keep dreaming and achieving! 
You CAN do it.  Just take the first step. 
Ask.  Write.  Do. Acheive.

: )

~ Who You Are ~

“Who you are speaks so loudly
I can't hear what you're saying.”
- Ralph Waldo Emerson

The best examples of  the "who" people are in my life are those who simply express it through unconditional love, kind actions, full of all that is good in life, selfless service, and the "Light" of which I talked about in my post yesterday.  No words are needed - their example speaks it all.

"Who" are you today?  How do you make those around you feel? 
If you took a poll, and asked people to describe in just one word of who you are - what would they say? 

Here's to being that "who" person today.  Keep this thought in the forefront of your mind today - and touch the lives around you, that only YOU can touch.

♥

p.s.... This is my 100th post!!  Here's to keeping your goals you have set - going every single day ... whether you feel like it or not!  : )

~ Light ~

“Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works,
and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”

-Matt. 5:14–16.

I love the concept of Light.  Not only physcially, but spiritually as well.  I also love the fact that when Christ was crucified - how the earth and everything, became dark for 3 days while he was gone from the earth.  And with His resurrection - he brought the Light both physically and spiritually back to the earth.  Because He IS the Light.

In the Bible Dictionary, the definition for Light is as follows:

The light of Christ is just what the words imply: enlightenment, knowledge, and an uplifting, ennobling, persevering influence that comes upon mankind because of Jesus Christ. For instance, Christ is “the true light that lighteth every man that cometh into the world." The light of Christ fills the “immensity of space” and is the means by which Christ is able to be “in all things, and is through all things, and is round about all things.” It “giveth life to all things” and is “the law by which all things are governed.” It is also “the light that quickeneth” man’s understanding. In this manner, the light of Christ is related to man’s conscience and tells him right from wrong.

Let your light so shine.  Let the world feel of and see the Light of Christ through YOU! 
You were born to shine. ☼

~ Party! ~

"I've decided that the stuff falling through the cracks
is confetti and I'm having a party!"

I LOVE that quote!!  I borrowed it from one of my friends' FB post  : )  Isn't it such a great visual - AND an instant example of a positive attitude??!!!

Some days for me - feels like at every turn I'm facing an obstacle.  But, 'HOW' I react to these situations is up to me.  Instead of reacting - act.  And if I take the time for an "attitude adjustment" if necessary and move beyond it - it will truly make all the difference in not only my world but the world around me ... kids, family, friends, even the dog - everyone!!

I was reminded of a quote that my dear friend who I have been talking about lately, use to say to me:

"Make like a duck and let it roll off your back."

There again!  Attitude.  And like the quote at the beginning says ... Life can either be falling through the cracks or one great big fun party!  I'd rather have the latter - who wants to live a dramatic, unfulfilled, sad, negative life?  Not me.  And it's up to me.  Even on those challenging days - to "party" or not.

p.s....  This video is really cute.  And is perfect for this post today!  Enjoy!!  : )

~ Motivation! ~

"When it’s time to die, let us not discover
that we have never lived."

-Henry David Thoreau

My dear friend who's funeral I attended last week is the definition of motivation!

  She was ALWAYS up to going places - didn't matter where, and you would never find her wasting the day away.

  Her motivation for life is a beacon of light for me.  She constantly yearned to learn something new, accepted new challenges and was always in the midst of FUN!  She lit up the room whenever she entered it and her countenance magnified Life!  She lived and loved life.

No matter our circumstances in life - whatever they may be ... physical, financial, emotional, spiritual, mental ... whatever the case - let us from this day forward do everything we can to our highest ablility!  Let us live life and motivate others to do the same.  Don't let any handicaps you 'think' you have, stop you from progressing forward on your journey of life.

This video always motivates me to try harder and see beyond my limitations.  For our limitations are only blocks in the road that we see with our own eyes.  See beyond them today - and change your world! : )

♥

~ Finding Joy ~

"Joy is what happens when we allow ourselves
to recognize how blessed we are. 
When we live in the moment -
without fretting about the future or dwelling on the past. 
When we love unconditionally without expectation. 
And then the miracle of it all,
is when we feel that Joy find us again,
right into our being - full circle - one hundred fold."

I love the concept of Joy.  Pure Bliss.  There's nothing else like it.  It's as if the soul has been hydrated after a season of dehydration.  A gentle settling feeling within that sometimes causes one to catch their breath as the heart awakens.   I love the concept - because I love the little moments when I feel Joy.  Sometimes unexpected - but truly a welcomed visitor with arms wide open.  At times, it's not a "thing" that brings it home - but a moment.  Being in the moment with my eyes wide open, blindfolds off and seeing right before me all the blessings in the world.  A moment to completely relish in. 

Here's a little something to spark that Joy in your life today. 
And if you are living in the moment today - you will see and feel Joy like never before.  ♥

~ Forever Strong ~

"I want you to be forever strong on the field,

so that you will be forever strong off the field."

- Coach Larry Gelwix - Highland Rugby Team

My hubby and I were asked to be one of the couple
"Tribal Parents" for our area Youth Conference. 

We had 24 kids in our "Tribal Family" and it was one of the best experiences ever!

The theme this year for the youth is based off of the scripture found in Joshua 1:9

 "Be strong and of a good courage;
be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed:
for the Lord thy God is with thee
whithersoever thou goest."

And the theme for Youth Conference was from the movie "Forever Strong".  We camped out in the beautiful area surrounding Vail Lake in "Sundance Meadows."  Friday night we watched the movie.  Saturday, did a service project of painting the surrounding horse ranch fences.  And with around 300 youth, were able to get it all done in just over an hour.  We played "Survivor" games as teams (and came in 2nd place by a hair ... but 1st place for having the most FUN in our family!) - had a Luau, delicious food with entertainment including hula dancing and the "Haka" that's performed in the movie.  The producer of the movie, David Pliler was a guest speaker after the entertainment  - and spoke to the youth of how important it is to always stay Forever Strong, as it depicted in the story of the the movie. We had family devotionals, scripture and prayer each day.  And on Sunday had church service out in the beautiful surroundings of nature - with an amazing young man, guest speaker who has overcome being paralyzed and can now walk with a cane. 

The youth today are a generation above the rest.  Our future leaders who are completely extraordinary and without a doubt a step above where I was at their age!  What an amazing weekend to be surrounded by such incredible spirit's.  We were truly blessed having been in their company!

p.s.... a little treat!  ... the "Haka"! : )

~ The Coconut! ~

“There is sweet water inside a tender coconut.
Who poured the water inside the coconut?
Was it the work of any man?
No. Only the Divine can do such a thing.” 

- Sri Sathya Sai Baba

In celebration of "Aloha Friday" I bring to you the coconut! 

I remember a few years back, when we were in Hawaii for Thanksgiving with my hubby's family - his dad a Hawaiian - and known to the grandkids as "papa" - demonstrated right there on the beach how to crack open a coconut for all of us to see and taste.  It was very cool and the coconut milk, very sweet.

 
Not only does coconut have nutrional properties - but it also taste's very good ... especially fresh from the shell in chunky pieces.


And just for fun - if you've never seen someone climb a coconut tree here's a little entertainment ... followed by cracking it open!  Enjoy!!

Alooooooooooooha!

p.s. ... I'm going out of town on a youth camping adventure.  See ya'll back on Sunday!  : )

~ Memories ~

“A moment lasts all of a second, but the memory lives on forever.”

I love memories.  All one needs to do is remember a moment and voila! - that cherished memory is only - a smell - place - feeling - laughter - taste - music - touch - etc, away... bringing it all back to the heart once again.

Some of my most favorite memories are just simple times spent with loved ones - nothing extravagant - yet priceless. 
A drive up the canyon with the wildflowers in their full glory with my dearest friend.
Walking along the white soft powdered sands in Hawaii at sunset with my family. 
Eating the most delicious ever - "peach melba" cheesecake with my mom ... have never forgotten the - "oh my goodness" - look on her face when she tasted it! 
Playing volleyball, going to the lake, being together with dear friends when I was younger. 
High school memories - some of the best.  My first kiss - first hand held. 
Getting married. Being in the miracle of the moment when my children were born - never forgotten. 
Laughter - travels - snapping the "perfect picture" on a 3-day photographical adventure with my dad. 
The list is endless.  All of these and may, many more add to the treasures within my heart.  What would life be without our memories? 

Cherish your moments that create lasting memories.  Write them down before you forget them!  : ) 
Be grateful for them - learn from, grow and relish in your life's memories.  It's like a little gift that we can return to and continually re-open to experience and enjoy again and again - as if it were the first time.

♥

p.s.... Here's to remembering our cherished memories today!  : )

~ Laughter! ~

"A day without laughter is a day wasted."  

- Charlie Chaplin

Okay!  Today is the day for some laughter!!  Sometimes I get so caught up in the mundane routine of the day, I forget this one very important aspect of life: Laughter!  I'll catch a glimpse of myself in the mirror as I go from room to room delivering freshly folded laundry - or my reflection in the bottom of the stainless steel pot while doing the dishes or even still seeing someone (she looks vaguely familiar) looking back at me from the mirror across the room.  Who is this person?  I don't recognize her until she smiles back at me .... ahhhhh .... there she is!  I knew she was in there somewhere!

How often do we forget to laugh?  There is a famous quote somewhere along the lines that says:

"Laughter is the best medicine."   

Well, I believe this to be true! Did you know that laughter has also been known to increase levels of infection-fighting antiboties in the body and boost levels of immune cells?!  Can you believe that?  So simple and doesn't cost a thing!!  It also decreases stress in the body which is (stress) a primary factor to major diseases.  Not only that - it just feels good!! 

Have you ever laughed so hard that your cheeks and stomach begin to hurt? I love moments like that.  I remember as a child sitting at the "kids table" during holiday dinners and we would get laughing so hard we couldn't stop!  Milk would come out of noses ... and breathing would be difficult because we were bursting out in major laughter. 

Did you also know, laughing heartily 100 times a day gives the same cardio results as working out for 10 minutes??!  Amazing isn't it?

What makes you laugh?  A funny movie, t.v. series, jokes, books, an instant memory that still makes you laugh to this day? - your family - friends? ... What is it?  Well, whatever it is ... LAUGH today!! ☺ 

And just in case you can't find something to laugh about ... I have a little list of some of my most favorite jokes ever written that always make me laugh.  Of course they are "blonde jokes" ... what other better jokes are there?!!  And don't forget to watch the "p.s." video at the bottom ... you'll like it - I know you will!  Enjoy....

She was so blonde that...


She thought a quarterback was a refund.

She managed to trip over my cordless phone.

On the bottom of the job application where it said 'Sign Here' she wrote 'Aquarias'.

She sent me a fax with a stamp on it.

She told me to meet her on the corner of "Walk" and "Don't Walk".

She tried to place a bag of M&M's in alphabetical order.

She put lipstick on her forehead because she wanted to make up her mind.

She took a ruler to bed so she could see how long she slept.

When she got an AM radio, it took her 10 months to figure out she could use it at night.

She spent 25 minutes staring at the Orange juice box because it said - "concentrate"

She used to sit on the tv so she could watch the couch.

When she heard that 90% of all crimes were around the home, she moved.

When she saw the sign that said "Disneyland Left" - she went back home.
When she saw the sign for YMCA she said: "LOOK, they've spelled MACY's wrong!!!"

She tried to drown a fish.

If you offered her a Penny for her thoughts, you'd get change.

She got locked in a grocery store and starved to death.

She took a Spoon to the Super Bowl.

It takes her 2 hours to watch 60 Minutes.

She asked for a Price-check at the 'Everythings a Pound' store.

They had to burn her school down to get her outta 4th grade.

When I was drowning in a lake and screaming out for a life saver she asked: "Grape or Cherry?"

She thought Meow Mix was a record for Cats.

She thought that Taco Bell was a Mexican phone company.

Why don't they let blonde's take lunch breaks?  It takes too long to re-train them when they get back to work!

How did the blonde drown?  There was "scratch 'n sniff" at the bottom of the pool.



How can you tell that a blonde has been at the computer?  There's "white out" all over the screen.

How do you make a blonde's eyes sparkle?  Shine a flashlight in her ears.

Why was the blonde so proud of herself when she finished a puzzle in an hour?  Because it said 2 to 5 years on the box.

Hahahahaha!!  Are you laughing yet?  Have a wonderful day full of laughter!!

P.S......!

~ To Everything ~

"To everything
there is a season
and a time
to every purpose
under the heaven."

- Ecclesiastes 3:1

Sometimes as I go through my life, the above mentioned is easier at times to accept and other times more difficult.  It isn't until everything unfolds in front of me afterward, I see clearly - that yes - there IS a season, time and purpose ... it's just enduring with patience and sometimes pure Faith to get to that clarity, that is difficult.  Just as life has it's own cycles - so do we.  And a lot of time we don't understand the cycles we must go through - but every one has been for my good and has made me stronger and the person I am today.

Here's to not only believing, but knowing that our lives have a season, time and purpose.  Just hold on a little while longer and one day the clouds will part and you will see what is right before you and where you are lovingly being guided.  You are never alone - never.  And finally, don't just endure the journey - but enJOY it.

♥

~ The Dash ~

I know I've posted this video before - but it is truly meaningful, thought provoking and touching.  Every time I watch it, it makes me really want to become a better person, so that my "dash" is filled with real valuable meaning.

Life is fragile, short and so meaningful.  Make the most of every single second and tell those you love, that you love them - every day!

♥

~ DO IT! ~

"Those we Love

will forever be etched within the depths

of our heart and soul."

I had a very dear friend of mine pass away just 2 days ago.  So many fond memories have been filtering thru my mind and heart with all the wonderful moments spent together.  She was the definition of classy, fun, beautiful - inside and out - sincere, caring, kind, service, authentic, adventurous and so much more all woven together in an extraordinary glorious tapestry.  She has most assuredly left a legacy behind, as those still alive follow within her footsteps.

The pressing feeling I have felt these past few days - are those moments in life - not of what I did ... but what I didn't do - before it is too late.  My wonderful friend and I have said for so long that we were going to meet up at the beach.  I received an email from her just a few weeks ago, with another "we should meet up at the beach this summer" ... "let's pick a date - check our schedules."  It never happened.  Life is truly, truly fragile!

Let's all together not waste any more "should have's" ... and just DO IT!  If you need to forgive - do it!  If there is someone you need to call, write, email or simply text ... do it!  If you have an impression of someone to get in contact with ... D O   I T!!

She will always be a part of who I am.  My life has truly been blessed because of her and WHO she is.  I love her and will always remember her.

Here's to those we love.

♥

~ Power ~

"Thoughts are like boomerangs."

~Eileen Caddy

So, this morning as I awoke and as my thoughts began filtering into my mind of what to post today - the thought came to me to post about the power of our thoughts!!  I replied back to that thought, and said - "No, I've already done a post about that.  There has to be something else."  I then went to some of my little inspirational thought books and thumbed through them ... nothing.  Then something reminded me of another book I have so I went to that.  I closed my eyes, thumbed through the pages - stopped - opened my eyes and what did I read - but the quote posted above!  I gave in.  And the thought immediately came to me "Either I need this today - or someone else does!"

It is so true that our thoughts have power.  Do you know that certain thoughts - especially negative ones - can seriously harm our health?  Not to mention our attitude and our daily progression.  I know that when I'm worried about something, or constantly thinking about it - my energy is drained ... and something inevitably happens to my health, where before I was completely healthy and fine.

Another thing about thoughts that I have found - is once I have a thought to do something, I am filled within my being with such power to move beyond any obstacles so effortlessly that were once there before.  I love it when that happens.  The power of thought can transcend through anything if you but have the desire, passion and will to anchor yourself to your goal.

And as I have posted before - but feel compelled to once again - this quote defines perfectly the power of our thoughts:

"Whether you think you can or whether you think you can't

either way - you are right."

- Henry Ford

Believe in the power of your thoughts today.  Take note of the positive along with the negative and see exactly how it affects your moods, actions, communication - everything.  Make it a goal to keep positive thoughts running through your mind from this day forward - and see how life changing it can bless your life.  And remember - running water never goes bad.  Keep those positive thoughts running ...

"You have powers you never dreamed of.
You can do things you never thought you could do.
There are no limitations in what you can do

except the limitations of your own mind."

- Darwin P. Kingsley

~ Be Kind To Thyself ~

"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you,
and, do unto YOURSELF as you do unto others."

It's amazing to me how fast the days pass by.  And with it - pretty much the same routine over and over again ... getting caught up in the whirlwind of it all, and forgetting a very important thing ... YOU!

Yesterday - I was reminded just how great it felt to relish in a little bit of kindness to thyself - as I took time out during this Spring Break, and went to lunch with my daughter - then we layed out under the very warm and amazing sun that is coming out of hybernation with Spring awakening.  We then treated ourselves to pedicures right here in the comfort of home and finished with movies.  Ahhhhh .... what a perfect day.  My soul was filled.

"Being kind to yourself means getting your needs met, being gentle with yourself instead of critical when you feel you’re not performing at your best, forgiving yourself when the need arises instead of beating yourself up. When you get into the habit of treating yourself with kindness, it becomes much easier to extend that consideration and behaviour to others."

No matter what is going on in your life today - be kind to thyself!!  Find something that you can treat yourself to.  It doesn't have to be anything extraordinary - as I've said before sometimes the simplest of things matter the most ... just like what I did yesterday.  Simple yet fulfilling.  Stop and sit on a bench for a moment and breathe.  Take yourself on a much deserved walk.  Listen to your favorite music while sitting out under the warm glorious sun.  Treat yourself to your favorite treat!  Watch a movie - read a book.  Forgive yourself.  Let go of self criticism. Remember - YOU are the only one that can take the initiative and take care of YOU!  And no matter what the world or those around you are saying - ignore the voices and repeat after me:
"I DESERVE IT!"  : )

p.s.... If you don't remember how to be kind to yourself because you are so busy being kind to everyone else ... here's a short list that might spark something for you today!  And more great ideas! But the key is to LET GO of whatever guilt you are holding on to and DO IT for yourself!  : )

 

~ A Good Day ~

“As we express our gratitude,
we must never forget that the highest appreciation
is not to utter words,
but to live by them.”

Some days are more difficult to be thankful for - I know.  Each day holds a different challenge - obstacle - negotiation - and hurdle to overcome.  However, as I have mentioned so many times before - IF we are grateful and show our gratitude, then indeed it will be a good day.  The simplest things in your life right in front of you - right now - deserve acknowledgment of gratitude.

Today and every day is a Good Day.  See it, express it, live it.  This my friend is the secret to a happy life, as joy walks into your heart. ♥

~ Gift ~

"I like sunrises, Mondays, and new seasons.
God seems to be saying,
‘With me you can always start afresh’."

~ Ada Lum

Here we are - Monday again. 
When I read the quote above a few months back, it changed my Monday's for me.  Yes it is true - we always have the choice and opportunity to "start afresh."  Each day - even Monday - is truly a gift.  What we do with this gift is what matters most.  Life is precious, you never know when that last second is going to tick.  Making this day matter - is like expressing silent Gratitude for what you have so richly been given. 

Make this day - Monday - matter in your life.  Make it valuable and worth etching into your book of life.

: )

~ Inspire ~

“When you are inspired by some great purpose,
some extraordinary project,
all your thoughts break their bonds:
Your mind transcends limitations,
your consciousness expands in every direction,
and you find yourself in a new, great, and wonderful world.
Dormant forces, faculties and talents become alive,
and your discover yourself to be a greater person by far
than you ever dreamed yourself to be.”

- Santiz Patanjali

What inspires you in your life?  Who do YOU inspire?  I've really been thinking of this lately.  There are so many people in my life who inspire me in so many ways.  My life is richly blessed because of their inspiration - their Light shining in the darkness.  Not only by specific talents, but by WHO they are.  Their spirit that turns ordinary things into extraordinary.  Those who go beyond the extra mile.  Those who make me want to be a better person.

Inspire and be inspired today.  

"We are all meant to shine, as children do.
We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us.
It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone." 

~ Marianne Williamson 

p.s. .... Here's to inspiration!  : )

~ Last Post ~

With much regret, this will be my last post.  I've loved writing and posting every single day - whether I felt like it or not -  for the last 79 days ... which has been pretty much a daily consistent record for me in keeping!  But with everything going on in my life - something has to go.  It takes a lot of time every day to post and some days it just takes up too much of my day. 

I still have all of my previous post's archived to read for those - if any - would like to read them.  I want to thank all of those who have commented and supported me throughout this journey. 

I leave with you my heart and love.  Always be kind and true wherever you may walk in life.

The last p.s. ....

: D