and ya know what I do.
crying kids, long pointless car rides, nanny calls, sick baby, barking dog, canceled classes. I would not change it. my practice has given me the skills and tools to just notice, be aware- and own my feelings. at least IM IN my life! fully alive and awake to today.
I felt a lot of different emotions today& was pushed to let go of how I think anything SHOULD go and just let them be.
theres always the next moment to let go a bit more or to smile and hug someone. to find a way to serve someone else when Im feeling down bc I know that ALWAYS makes me feel better.
So, I will take it. the tough days are part of the “DARING GREATLY” , this is I know. and just like that, I feel better.
she crawled into bed & I lifted the sheet.
Holding my baby tight. My heart heavy from another day of violence and fear.
For now, I only have this. Kindness & love to my family, the strangers I pass in the day & a dedication in my life to do good. to help. to serve locally however I can. middle of the night squeezes help ease an aching heart when the world seems upside down. when darkness comes into our lives, I cling to her light.
tonight something happened for the first time in my life.
I was given an award for a bness group I’m in. BNESS? Really? I NEVER would have thought.. who knew?
In fact, so much so that I cant really remember what its for… After the founder of the group & one of my mentors, Frederique, called out my name- my mind went blank & I forgot why I was even getting it. I know it had something to do with connecting with group members, collaborating, sharing and supporting- which I think is kinda what I’m here on this earth to do.
So for me, it’s not really about business it’s about being who I am. Authentically living & acting in a way that supports my own life, growth and path. I LOVE to share, help, teach work with others and promote things I believe in.
So, getting an award was pretty cool. I mean, I was ALWAYS last when we ran the mile in school, on JV sports for too many years, 2nd chair in Oboe CT Orchestra, and generally an average kiddo and adult. Which was okay with me.
But getting the award was so meaningful to me b/c heres the thing.
I LOVE this group. I have met smart, dedicated women working tirelessly to do amazing things with their bness, to grow to learn and support one another .I have gained SO much from them. I am excited for our monthly meetings& time together – inspiring! I always leave with a lifted hearted and a big smile. Ideas, questions and that deep feeling of connection. It fills my heart! I get so much out of HER Corner.
Not even a week later, Fred postes on the Glover Park listserve ” Women’s bness group starting in Glover Park! This is for ladies who want to grow and have support and share ideas and be held accountable” WOWOW! I called and emailed her with JOY- Enthusiastic YES! YES!
And the rest is history.. .new friends and colleagues, smiles, ideas, highs and lows, balancing time, family, money & priorities . In it together.
More than I dreamed it would be.
so tonight Im grateful for all the gifts this group has given me.
I got this beautiful GlassyBaby called BREATHE. how perfect.
thank you for this gift. a treasure.