And I Think to Myself || 12.1.14

Happy December!! I only have time for a touch of gratitude. Hope everyone's holiday was a beautiful success. Enjoy your Monday!

|| GRATITUDE ||

I am grateful for traveling alone and enjoying my company.

I am grateful for coffee this morning, because half a cup yesterday was not enough.

I am grateful for meditation, because today's clock seems to be going by all too fast.

I am grateful for books for transporting me to another time.

I am grateful for my friend, for there is never something we can't talk about.

I am grateful for not making sense but still being myself.

I am grateful for all that I have, for it was once all that I ever wanted.

I am grateful for the moon -- only eight moons left until Christmas break.

I am grateful for peace, love, and eternal understanding.

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What are you grateful for?

xx

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Slow Down & Give Thanks || 11.24.14

|| Time for Thanks & Giving ||

Down to the hours before I board a plane and begin a 4 day break much needed during this hectic holiday time. I can't believe last week happened so quickly, though time did offer me space to get the things I needed done. Thank goodness! Tomorrow, I'm looking forward to grabbing my borrowed carry-on, zipping up my ankle boots, and taking my time walking in the airport before parking my bottom next to a stranger on a packed plane and starting conversation -- I meet the nicest people on airplanes. With tests done, projects created, and artwork mastered (for the most part), I feel like my mind and body are begging for some relaxation. Headed your way is a holiday survival guide fit for Thanksgiving that I plan on putting to good use this week. I spent the weekend getting caught up, a mix between stress and ease, so it really is time for a slow down.

What is everyone up to this season? Any fun Thanksgiving traditions? Each one of my holidays have been so different from the last that I couldn't pin point a tradition if I tried. I'd love to hear all about your rituals.

Anyone staying mindful lately? Especially now, we need to remember all that we can give thanks for in our lives. ||Challenge|| Now more than ever is our time to be grateful, so write down, think aloud, or imagine the beautiful facets of our lives for which we can give thanks. I'd love it if you would share with me some of your thoughts.
I'd love to hear how you all are doing. How was everyone's weekend?

|| GRATITUDE ||

I am grateful for having a body that moves and a brain that works.

I am grateful for accomplishing tasks on my to-do list.

I am grateful for upcoming family time.

I am grateful for yoga.

I am grateful for meditation and a gentle reminder to be quiet and listen.

I am grateful for being a constant student in this class called life.

I am grateful for everyone in my life, good and bad, who teach me the lessons I most need to learn.

I am grateful for love and passion, hope and expectation, breath and laughter.

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What are you grateful for?

xxoo

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Let the Wild Rumpus Start || 11.17.14

|| Let the Wild Rumpus Start ||

Today marks the 8 day count until I'm heading in a fancy car to the airport to kick off the holidays. Just 8 days, a to-do list that rivals any honey-do list out there, and a desire to not become a recluse. It's all going to happen with optimism and laughter at the problems that arise and hope that I remain sane. With only a little over a week until Thanksgiving, how are you all holding up? Have you felt the hustle and bustle of the holiday season? Next week I'll be posting some quick holiday survival tips, just a little cheat sheet, so you can truly enjoy the season rather than obsess. Are you busy right now, too? I find that all of my classes front load work so there isn't as much our last week before finals when we return from Turkey Day. Let the countdown begin!

||Challenge|| Now more than ever is our time to be grateful, so I thought that each day this week and next, we could all write down, think aloud, or imagine the beautiful facets of our lives for which we can give thanks. I'd love it if you would share with me some of your thoughts.
I'd love to hear how you all are doing. Are you up for the gratitude challenge? How was everyone's weekend?

|| GRATITUDE ||

I am grateful for sleeping in and no longer feeling guilty. I am grateful for roommates who make time to say hello. I am grateful for Skype that never keeps My Marsha too far away. I am grateful for my dog, Delilah, who knows how to weather any storm. I am grateful for friends who encourage me to try new things. I am grateful for spending the holidays season with loved ones. I am grateful for rain, because it makes me appreciate the sun all the more. I am grateful for my readers, because I'm only encouraged by your presence and good vibes. I am grateful for life, love, and happiness.

What are you grateful for?

xxoo

[Kula Graduation by Tree Bird Photo]