Today’s moment celebrates good samaritans as I was fortunate to have one cross my path today. (Or in this case, NOT cross my path)
As I was walking to pickup lunch I crossed a busy street via a pedestrian crosswalk. This typically is an easy thing to do and without incident, but today there was a big school bus parked and blocking my view of the traffic heading East-bound. A cab driver heading West-bound stopped for the cross-walk, but as I started across the street it was apparent that the van barreling East wasn’t going to stop for the crosswalk. The cab driver noticed this and honked his horn at me…and while I did see the van and waited for him to pass without any scares, it was really quite lovely for the cab driver to have taken the time and effort to communicate with me.
As I reached the other side of the street I turned and gave him a friendly wave. He waved back and hopefully he felt as good about his actions as I did.
Yes - good samaritans still exist. They aren’t always to be found and they seem rare these days, but TODAY I celebrate them.
Moments of thinking about others. We should all take a moment to think about what we could do for another out of the goodness of our heart.
Friday, July 6, 2012
Moments D72; Leaning
Today’s moment comes out of a darker place than is normal for me. Even though it was actually a good day in the end, it started with insights that I was not okay with.
As I’ve gone through many changes in the last 8 months and I’ve also had to deal with some interesting (and challenging) relationships along the way. Some new, some old. As I evolve, I wonder if and when I may need to shed more of my past life. Today, after the proverbial cat was “out of the bag” with a friend of mind, I realized I was angry. More angry than I thought I was. I wondered if I was out of line with this reaction…..
I’ve been fighting to reconcile emotions and thoughts on this particular situation for some time now. I was worried that I may be missing pieces that would clear the picture. I needed a third (and fourth) party perspective. And so, I leaned. I leaned on two incredible people in my life. One who has been a light in my life (during my darkest days) and another who brings me new and interesting perspectives in life that I find enlightening.
I wanted to know their perspective on this raging scenario. What did they see? How would they feel? Interestingly they were both on the same page. And while it brought me comfort, it also brought sadness.
But this entry isn’t about the dark side of this tale. This entry is about the moment when you lean on someone and they are there for you. They may point out your missteps but support you as you self-correct. It’s that special moment when you reach out to someone and they are there.
It is just another reason why surrounding yourself with the right souls is so very important. We all have moments where we need to lean. It’s not always easy to ask for help, but when you do and when someone is there to assist, that is one of the best moments one could ever ask for!
As I’ve gone through many changes in the last 8 months and I’ve also had to deal with some interesting (and challenging) relationships along the way. Some new, some old. As I evolve, I wonder if and when I may need to shed more of my past life. Today, after the proverbial cat was “out of the bag” with a friend of mind, I realized I was angry. More angry than I thought I was. I wondered if I was out of line with this reaction…..
I’ve been fighting to reconcile emotions and thoughts on this particular situation for some time now. I was worried that I may be missing pieces that would clear the picture. I needed a third (and fourth) party perspective. And so, I leaned. I leaned on two incredible people in my life. One who has been a light in my life (during my darkest days) and another who brings me new and interesting perspectives in life that I find enlightening.
I wanted to know their perspective on this raging scenario. What did they see? How would they feel? Interestingly they were both on the same page. And while it brought me comfort, it also brought sadness.
But this entry isn’t about the dark side of this tale. This entry is about the moment when you lean on someone and they are there for you. They may point out your missteps but support you as you self-correct. It’s that special moment when you reach out to someone and they are there.
It is just another reason why surrounding yourself with the right souls is so very important. We all have moments where we need to lean. It’s not always easy to ask for help, but when you do and when someone is there to assist, that is one of the best moments one could ever ask for!
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Moments D71; SURPRISE!
I love surprises. I really love surprises. Any kind of surprise really. Big, small, silly. A note in the mail from a friend, flowers dropped off, even some of the crazy gifts that my real estate agent likes to leave for me.
But - I’m not easy to surprise. It takes some effort. But when it happens….when that magical moment happens when I am truly surprised, there is such joy and happiness flowing through me. Yes….I love surprises.
Today I was surprised in one of the best ways. Let me tell you the story.
I haven’t seen two of my dearest friends (a couple - D&N) in months. It’s not because I don’t want to, but I’ve been incredibly busy with my upturned life and I know they have been too. Yesterday I was off for an extra long weekend. I decided to give one of them (N) a call as I knew he would be home setting up his new consulting business. I thought maybe, if I was lucky, we could do lunch.
Sadly, (N) already had plans.
Instead, we planned on connecting for lunch today. I was more than happy to take my hour lunch (for the first time in weeks!) to catch up with my dear friend.
When (N) arrived at 1pm, I was called by reception to meet him there. I left my office, excited but unaware of the surprise that was waiting for me. As the doors to the retail store opened I saw not only one of my dear friends, but BOTH of them. (D&N), two of my dearest friends were standing there with big ‘ol smiles on their faces. I let out a squeal and yelled from the doorway (sorry to any of our patrons!) about how surprised and happy I was to see (D)….I went running right to (D) to give him a huge hug….and then back to (N) to give him his hug. Oh my. That was a lovely surprise!
Of course lunch was awesome too. It is always a pleasure to catch up with my friends. But today, I celebrate the element of surprise and the joy it brings.
Moments of surprise & joy.
But - I’m not easy to surprise. It takes some effort. But when it happens….when that magical moment happens when I am truly surprised, there is such joy and happiness flowing through me. Yes….I love surprises.
Today I was surprised in one of the best ways. Let me tell you the story.
I haven’t seen two of my dearest friends (a couple - D&N) in months. It’s not because I don’t want to, but I’ve been incredibly busy with my upturned life and I know they have been too. Yesterday I was off for an extra long weekend. I decided to give one of them (N) a call as I knew he would be home setting up his new consulting business. I thought maybe, if I was lucky, we could do lunch.
Sadly, (N) already had plans.
Instead, we planned on connecting for lunch today. I was more than happy to take my hour lunch (for the first time in weeks!) to catch up with my dear friend.
When (N) arrived at 1pm, I was called by reception to meet him there. I left my office, excited but unaware of the surprise that was waiting for me. As the doors to the retail store opened I saw not only one of my dear friends, but BOTH of them. (D&N), two of my dearest friends were standing there with big ‘ol smiles on their faces. I let out a squeal and yelled from the doorway (sorry to any of our patrons!) about how surprised and happy I was to see (D)….I went running right to (D) to give him a huge hug….and then back to (N) to give him his hug. Oh my. That was a lovely surprise!
Of course lunch was awesome too. It is always a pleasure to catch up with my friends. But today, I celebrate the element of surprise and the joy it brings.
Moments of surprise & joy.
Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Moments D70; Thank you
Today I spent a good part of my morning writing out thank you cards. Over the long weekend I was lucky enough to have shared some special moments with new people. Gracious people who opened their homes to me and not only shared a place to sleep and a delicious meal or two, people who brought me much joy, laughter and love.
I am thankful to have friends in my life that can share their friends and family with me. I am thankful to have been included in such a wonderful weekend of new experiences and conversations.
I am thankful for much and today I stop and celebrate that.
I am thankful to have friends in my life that can share their friends and family with me. I am thankful to have been included in such a wonderful weekend of new experiences and conversations.
I am thankful for much and today I stop and celebrate that.
Moments D69; New Beginnings
I know the title may sound a bit redundant. Perhaps it is. But, there are times when new beginnings are necessary.
These are moments when lives change, moments when people see things differently and choose a different path.
Today I celebrate the moment of new beginnings. A beginning where one can see the world around them in a new light. Where fear does not override the joy. Where the light banishes the darkness and illuminates a path forward.
These are moments when lives change, moments when people see things differently and choose a different path.
Today I celebrate the moment of new beginnings. A beginning where one can see the world around them in a new light. Where fear does not override the joy. Where the light banishes the darkness and illuminates a path forward.
Monday, July 2, 2012
Moments D68; Proud Canadian
Yes, that’s right, I am CANADIAN and proudly so. I spent an incredibly three days and two nights with my bestest friends and then, I topped off the weekend with the most Canadian thing you can do by celebrating Canadian musicians at a concert featuring the Tragically Hip, Death Cab for Cutie, The New Pornographers, Dispatch and the Rural Alberta Advantage.
It was an amazing experience even though we ran late and missed most of the opening bands. We managed to drink some beer, dance and sing along with some of our favourite songs from the hip, and that, is something that is just so darn Canadian I can’t even explain it.
And hey, if anyone has sights on a medium ladies t-shirt from the event, please let me know. I missed out on picking one up - they were plumb sold out! I can’t find it online at all. Maybe those t’s will show up later. (My fingers are crossed!)
A Canadian moment. A sea of red and white concert goers. An incredible, moment to share.
It was an amazing experience even though we ran late and missed most of the opening bands. We managed to drink some beer, dance and sing along with some of our favourite songs from the hip, and that, is something that is just so darn Canadian I can’t even explain it.
And hey, if anyone has sights on a medium ladies t-shirt from the event, please let me know. I missed out on picking one up - they were plumb sold out! I can’t find it online at all. Maybe those t’s will show up later. (My fingers are crossed!)
A Canadian moment. A sea of red and white concert goers. An incredible, moment to share.
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Moments D67; Para-Sailing
Today was an incredible day at the cottage. Too much sun. Not enough swimming, lots of football and alcohol to go around….but the moment to be shared? The moment where at sunset we all watched a parasailer worked his (or her) way back and forth across the setting sun sky. It was such a magical moment. With the oranges behind the canopy of the sail. While I didn’t manage to get multiple good pictures of the moment, I did get one. Here it is:
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