One thing about me: I believe we are all connected. I believe that we are here, as physical beings to learn and to teach. That every moment should be special. That every interaction should be focused. (I know, this isn’t always possible, but I do try to focus on situations/people as they come into my world.)
Today was a continued day of meeting many new friends, new faces. For me, this is what drives my soul. People. Talking to people. Hearing their stories and understanding how their experiences have affected them and how their shared stories entwine into my life. Sometimes this connection feels so deep and so comfortable that I swear I’ve met these people in previous lives or different universes. For me, I call them old souls. (I’ve been told once or twice that I have an old soul, so I suppose we’ve run into one another before!)
To this day, I am still amazed when it happens. I’m sure you’ve felt it too. Where you just “click” with another person. It’s that moment where you just meet someone and you’ve moved beyond the pleasantries. Where you dive into discussions about business or life or lost loves. It happens fairly quickly and without much effort at all. Before you know it you are talking about the meaning of life (42) and how one can believe in a higher being without religion being a part of it. You’re sharing some of your deepest darkest secrets without even batting an eyelash.
I really love those moments. I am inspired by those moments.
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Moments - D56; Resistance to Change
Why is it that most of us are so resistant to change? I know that I’m a fan of growing, learning and evolving and yet, confronted with major life changes I too fall to the realm of fear.
And yet I have persevered. I have made some big life decisions in the last 8 months and I find I still have a few yet to work through. It’s these few that bring such fear into my world. Fear of choosing the wrong path. Fear of sharing too much. Fear of not sharing enough.
Strip away the fear (which I believe really is at the core of us all - fear and love are the seeds IMHO) and what is left? Opportunity. Opportunity to choose a different path or tweak the one you are on. Opportunity to share with someone new or to dive in deeper with someone close to you. An opportunity to push your boundaries or to snuggle in. Change is a catalyst. It’s the unknown we fear most.
This moment, this insight was inspired by an article shared with me by a new friend. It reminded me to rediscover ME, to appreciate the beauty around me AND the beauty within.
An enlightening moment to remember that “Each small step is a major victory, and a step closer to what is right, to hózhó, Walking in Beauty.”
And yet I have persevered. I have made some big life decisions in the last 8 months and I find I still have a few yet to work through. It’s these few that bring such fear into my world. Fear of choosing the wrong path. Fear of sharing too much. Fear of not sharing enough.
Strip away the fear (which I believe really is at the core of us all - fear and love are the seeds IMHO) and what is left? Opportunity. Opportunity to choose a different path or tweak the one you are on. Opportunity to share with someone new or to dive in deeper with someone close to you. An opportunity to push your boundaries or to snuggle in. Change is a catalyst. It’s the unknown we fear most.
This moment, this insight was inspired by an article shared with me by a new friend. It reminded me to rediscover ME, to appreciate the beauty around me AND the beauty within.
An enlightening moment to remember that “Each small step is a major victory, and a step closer to what is right, to hózhó, Walking in Beauty.”
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Moments - D55; Teamwork
Today was a day that was all about teamwork. A day where we pulled together a bazillion little details to bring to life a tradeshow. A bazillion little details with a team of brilliant, hard working people. We easily worked a 15 hour day. We laughed. We chuckled, we danced, we hugged.
Tomorrow will be a great day to see it all start to breathe and to see the smiles of our attendees. But, today, today it was all about teamwork. About getting the job done. About getting the job done with a smile.
Yes - we have an awesome team and I am thankful for that team.
Moments to share. Moments of teamwork.
Tomorrow will be a great day to see it all start to breathe and to see the smiles of our attendees. But, today, today it was all about teamwork. About getting the job done. About getting the job done with a smile.
Yes - we have an awesome team and I am thankful for that team.
Moments to share. Moments of teamwork.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Moments -D54; Ignoring the weather man
You know, those weather experts sure do struggle with predicting the weather. Today’s moment….beating the weather.
Today I had hoped to get in a few games of beach volleyball before the thunder storms rolled in. out started off badly. Very sad actually…nearly left defeated after an hour…but then we had a few new players (better caliber!) show up. It was now worth getting my net and setting it up for better games.
Ah, but the weather was calling for thunder showers….was it worth the effort?
We decided to risk it. BEST DECISION OF THE DAY! We were set up by 1:30pm and played thru to nearly 5pm. It sprinkled a bout around 2:30pm, but then the sun broke through….Whoa ya! Heaven. I’m tired, a weee bit burnt, but so very very happy that we ignored the weatherman!
Moments! Love the ones where you nearly missed out on them!
Today I had hoped to get in a few games of beach volleyball before the thunder storms rolled in. out started off badly. Very sad actually…nearly left defeated after an hour…but then we had a few new players (better caliber!) show up. It was now worth getting my net and setting it up for better games.
Ah, but the weather was calling for thunder showers….was it worth the effort?
We decided to risk it. BEST DECISION OF THE DAY! We were set up by 1:30pm and played thru to nearly 5pm. It sprinkled a bout around 2:30pm, but then the sun broke through….Whoa ya! Heaven. I’m tired, a weee bit burnt, but so very very happy that we ignored the weatherman!
Moments! Love the ones where you nearly missed out on them!
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Moments - D53; Making Lemonade
Today was a strange day. I worked (longer than I wanted to) ran some errands, then headed to check in at the hotel near the concert if the year for me. After check in, about 30min later, I found out the concert was canceled due to the stage collapsing. Saddened by the news, my girlfriend and I were not disheartened.
We made the best of a changed situation. We made lemonade with our lemons. The fact that we flowed with it…rolled with it and had a ton of fun without our favorite band….makes me smile. It was a great moment in our friendship.
Dave n Busters (and three jackpots); wings n beer, and a blizzard to top off the evening!
Perfect for filling in.
Moments with your best buddy.
We made the best of a changed situation. We made lemonade with our lemons. The fact that we flowed with it…rolled with it and had a ton of fun without our favorite band….makes me smile. It was a great moment in our friendship.
Dave n Busters (and three jackpots); wings n beer, and a blizzard to top off the evening!
Perfect for filling in.
Moments with your best buddy.
Friday, June 15, 2012
Moments - D52; Intervention
The friends in our lives are so invaluable. Given the right environment, the right moments, you can feel such love, such support. The right friends have empathy. The right friends will support you know matter what decision you make, even if it isn’t the right decision.
AND then, there are times where your nearest and dearest hold your hand and then kick you hard in the a$. They do this because they love you. They take the time to explain with tough love. They listen patiently to your words and your feelings. Then they kick you in the a$ again. They continue to listen and support you and your feelings….but they push. Gently. Then they push a little harder. And then the light begins to shine in the darkness. The white love of a friend’s love.
A reminder that “We have no control over how people will react to our assertion of boundaries.” But that it’s incredibly important to set the boundaries.
Today I had my two dearest friends shared their perspective on what’s been going on in my life as of late. Bottom line, it was an intervention of sorts. It’s a veil being lifted. Moments of love….moments of support. Moments of understanding. Moments where you realize just how lucky you are to have such beautiful people in your life.
AND then, there are times where your nearest and dearest hold your hand and then kick you hard in the a$. They do this because they love you. They take the time to explain with tough love. They listen patiently to your words and your feelings. Then they kick you in the a$ again. They continue to listen and support you and your feelings….but they push. Gently. Then they push a little harder. And then the light begins to shine in the darkness. The white love of a friend’s love.
A reminder that “We have no control over how people will react to our assertion of boundaries.” But that it’s incredibly important to set the boundaries.
Today I had my two dearest friends shared their perspective on what’s been going on in my life as of late. Bottom line, it was an intervention of sorts. It’s a veil being lifted. Moments of love….moments of support. Moments of understanding. Moments where you realize just how lucky you are to have such beautiful people in your life.
Moments - D51; Tomato Cages
Today I tried to help find a home for some used tomato cages. During the process, I had quite a few laughs and it’s the moment I’m going to share with you today. I was very surprised at the fact that this small request to my office brought so many smiles.
First of all, I had three people ask me “what is a tomato cage”. Shocking. Who doesn’t know what a tomato cage is? Why wouldn’t people know what a tomato cage is? Hmmm. This was puzzling to me! As the email conversation continued between my team, there were pictures shared….the real one:
Which garnered these comments:
“They keep the tomatoes enclosed so they don’t run off when they ripen.”
and
“Ya gotta keep an eye on those ripe tomatoes!”
And then, this picture came along:
Oh the giggles.
Then this line:
“Yep, once they take off you can never (sigh) ketchup.”
Ah yes. Smiles. So many today from my office.
Thanks guys for the smiles today, during a tough stressful work day.
Moments within the office. Moments of laughter and silliness.
First of all, I had three people ask me “what is a tomato cage”. Shocking. Who doesn’t know what a tomato cage is? Why wouldn’t people know what a tomato cage is? Hmmm. This was puzzling to me! As the email conversation continued between my team, there were pictures shared….the real one:
Which garnered these comments:
“They keep the tomatoes enclosed so they don’t run off when they ripen.”
and
“Ya gotta keep an eye on those ripe tomatoes!”
And then, this picture came along:
Oh the giggles.
Then this line:
“Yep, once they take off you can never (sigh) ketchup.”
Ah yes. Smiles. So many today from my office.
Thanks guys for the smiles today, during a tough stressful work day.
Moments within the office. Moments of laughter and silliness.
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