Today I awoke about 10 minutes before the alarm went off. I haven’t done this in months, perhaps close to a year even.
And yet, I realized this morning, in that moment 10 minutes before the alarm went off, how much I LOVE that moment. Waking 10 minutes before the alarm means two things (1) I have a 10 minute built in snooze and (2) I’m not scare awake by my daily alarm. (which I really truly do hate!)
I lay there in bed, lazily stretching my back, my legs, my arms. I cozied into my duvet a bit more and lounged. It was a beautiful moment and a great way to start my day!
Moments of lounging.
Moments of peace.
Monday, August 20, 2012
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Moments D117: Smoking the ball
Today was day two of the tournament, and the best moment, by far, was the moment where I smoked the ball past the left fielder.
It was late in our first game. We were losing, but we were keeping up the fight. I was bound and determined NOT to swing at the first pitch (something I struggle to avoid as I’m eager to hit the ball!). I found my patience for this “at bat”. I let the first pitch go. It was a ball. (phew). I thought to myself, “okay, let’s do that again. I don’t need to rush this.” and I let the second pitch go. It was a strike. Disappointed that I had let that go, I was eager, but aware when the third pitch came my way.
It was a perfect pitch with an arc that met my hard swung bat with quite a bit of force. It was truly, the best connection I’ve had all season, and the proof was in its flight. It went right over the left fielder’s head. He wasn’t even close even though he did give it a good run. It was an easy double for me and I batted in a run. Yes a very, VERY good moment for me today.
The poor left fielder was teased for the rest of the game by his female teammates and I received congrats from a bunch of them for “smoking the ball” past him. Even on different teams, us gals stick together!
Moments of girl power.
Moments of success.
Moments to glow and bask in the light.
It was late in our first game. We were losing, but we were keeping up the fight. I was bound and determined NOT to swing at the first pitch (something I struggle to avoid as I’m eager to hit the ball!). I found my patience for this “at bat”. I let the first pitch go. It was a ball. (phew). I thought to myself, “okay, let’s do that again. I don’t need to rush this.” and I let the second pitch go. It was a strike. Disappointed that I had let that go, I was eager, but aware when the third pitch came my way.
It was a perfect pitch with an arc that met my hard swung bat with quite a bit of force. It was truly, the best connection I’ve had all season, and the proof was in its flight. It went right over the left fielder’s head. He wasn’t even close even though he did give it a good run. It was an easy double for me and I batted in a run. Yes a very, VERY good moment for me today.
The poor left fielder was teased for the rest of the game by his female teammates and I received congrats from a bunch of them for “smoking the ball” past him. Even on different teams, us gals stick together!
Moments of girl power.
Moments of success.
Moments to glow and bask in the light.
Saturday, August 18, 2012
Moments D116: Dragonflies
Today was day one of a weekend long baseball tournament. It was the perfect weather. Sunny and bright, but not scorching hot.
I was playing left field and during the first game, which started at 9am and was 1.5 hours long, there was a point that I was surrounded by dragonflies. It was marvelous. Everywhere I looked they were zipping about, chasing one another. I fully admit, it was hard to focus on the game at times as they were simply beautiful to watch. They really are magical. (I loved this picture - and had to share it!)
They reminded me of a new soul in my life. She collects anything dragonfly. You can find them all over her home/cottage. A beautiful soul that I was lucky to be introduced to nearly two months ago now.
They also reminded me that I hadn’t finished setting up my bedroom in my new apartment. When I first moved in, I did a shop at a storage solutions store. They had the Umbra Wallflutter with dragonflies. I had to buy one! I have yet to install them. Perhaps later this weekend!
Moments with nature.
Moments to pause & reflect.
Friday, August 17, 2012
Moments D115: Mail Can be fun to pick up
Most days the mail is filled with admail and bills and sometimes there is a lovely local business sharing its flyer in my mailbox. Today, I was surprised by my mail. It wasn’t a special day. It’s not my birthday, it’s not a holiday, and yet, there was a card in the mail for me.
A surprise “hello” card. This coming shortly after a surprise thank you card from the very same beautiful person. A thank you card on Tuesday and a “hello - you are an awesome friend on Friday”. Wow. That is just a simply awesome moment for me. This is the type of energy and love we should all surround ourselves with.
I was fortunate too, in that I checked the mail on my way to work, early in the morning. These beautiful words set my on a great path today. Today was a lovely day celebrating friendship.
Moments of surprise.
Moments of friendship.
A surprise “hello” card. This coming shortly after a surprise thank you card from the very same beautiful person. A thank you card on Tuesday and a “hello - you are an awesome friend on Friday”. Wow. That is just a simply awesome moment for me. This is the type of energy and love we should all surround ourselves with.
I was fortunate too, in that I checked the mail on my way to work, early in the morning. These beautiful words set my on a great path today. Today was a lovely day celebrating friendship.
Moments of surprise.
Moments of friendship.
Thursday, August 16, 2012
Moments D114: New Life
Today, as I was driving to my late baseball game grumbling about the poor service I received at my local nail salon, I received the best text message in a long long time.
It came from a girlfriend of mine. One who, came into my life via one of my oldest and dearest of friends. They make the cutest couple! She has such a big bold and beautifully warm personality and she gives the best hugs! He is a clever, funny, open, old soul whom I know I’ve known from past lives. Together they are magical. And, honestly, it doesn’t matter how much time passes between our visits, because when we finally do connect, it’s like we haven’t skipped a beat.
Now I haven’t seen this dear sweet couple in quite some time. I’m guessing close to 4-5 months now.
The text message was an image of a sonogram and the message was “We’ve got a bit of good news to share!” NO SHIT! LOL. Unfortunately, it was too late to call them (I will tomorrow!), but I couldn’t be happier for this wonderfully beautiful couple. They are going to be great parents and I can’t wait to meet their little one.
Moments caught off guard.
Moments of new life.
It came from a girlfriend of mine. One who, came into my life via one of my oldest and dearest of friends. They make the cutest couple! She has such a big bold and beautifully warm personality and she gives the best hugs! He is a clever, funny, open, old soul whom I know I’ve known from past lives. Together they are magical. And, honestly, it doesn’t matter how much time passes between our visits, because when we finally do connect, it’s like we haven’t skipped a beat.
Now I haven’t seen this dear sweet couple in quite some time. I’m guessing close to 4-5 months now.
The text message was an image of a sonogram and the message was “We’ve got a bit of good news to share!” NO SHIT! LOL. Unfortunately, it was too late to call them (I will tomorrow!), but I couldn’t be happier for this wonderfully beautiful couple. They are going to be great parents and I can’t wait to meet their little one.
Moments caught off guard.
Moments of new life.
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
Moments D113: Canadian Music
Now, I’ve have XM radio in the car for about 8 months now. I love it! But, I really haven’t had time to explore the hundreds of stations in any depth. Like any music on the air (no matter what the station or focus), the music inevitably begins to sound all the same. This morning I went searching for something new.
And new I found! My pleasant surprise: I found an XM radio station that was dedicated to Canadian indie musicians: The Verge
Now you may scoff at the idea (I nearly did!), but the line up of artists/songs that I heard en route to work was pretty great. Deadmau5, Sloan (one of my favs!), City and Colour (what a voice) and finally The Tragically Hip.
It was that moment that I realized: I really do love a lot of Canadian music. I can think of a few more off the top of my head. Alanis Morissette, Arcade Fire, Metric (LOVE THEM, and Emily Hanes on her own is pretty amazing as well - I particularly love “Dr. Blind”), Feist, The New Pornographers, and oh so many more. I was surprised (nearly shocked really) at the list I loved!
And so today it is a moment to celebrate Canadian Indie bands. In my search for website links, I came across this blog that summarizes their top 100 Canadian Indie bands. An impressive list.
So, take a moment and celebrate music.
And yes, I am a proud Canadian celebrating music that resonates with me.
And new I found! My pleasant surprise: I found an XM radio station that was dedicated to Canadian indie musicians: The Verge
Now you may scoff at the idea (I nearly did!), but the line up of artists/songs that I heard en route to work was pretty great. Deadmau5, Sloan (one of my favs!), City and Colour (what a voice) and finally The Tragically Hip.
It was that moment that I realized: I really do love a lot of Canadian music. I can think of a few more off the top of my head. Alanis Morissette, Arcade Fire, Metric (LOVE THEM, and Emily Hanes on her own is pretty amazing as well - I particularly love “Dr. Blind”), Feist, The New Pornographers, and oh so many more. I was surprised (nearly shocked really) at the list I loved!
And so today it is a moment to celebrate Canadian Indie bands. In my search for website links, I came across this blog that summarizes their top 100 Canadian Indie bands. An impressive list.
So, take a moment and celebrate music.
And yes, I am a proud Canadian celebrating music that resonates with me.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Moments D112: First Invoices
Today I eagerly awaited the day to slip away. I had big dinner plans with two of my best friends at a restaurant I’ve adored for many years. Who wouldn’t be eager for the evening to arrive!
My friends have had some changes themselves. One (eagerly) awaits news of a layoff, the other has just completed his masters in urban design and has recently started his own architectural consulting firm. (And if his website was up and running, I’d link it, but it’s still a work in progress!) This new firm has really only been in existence for the past 6 weeks. And yet…they are busy. Not JUST setting up the company, but with proposals for exciting projects!
So today’s moment of the day: Finding out that this fledgling company billed out its first invoice. Six weeks, 1 invoice, 1 project moving forward, 2 in the queque.
I couldn’t be more proud and excited for my dear friend. He’s an amazing soul and someone with much drive and vision. And I promise, once he and his business partner are ready to reveal their website and company name to the masses, YOU will be the next to know!
My friends have had some changes themselves. One (eagerly) awaits news of a layoff, the other has just completed his masters in urban design and has recently started his own architectural consulting firm. (And if his website was up and running, I’d link it, but it’s still a work in progress!) This new firm has really only been in existence for the past 6 weeks. And yet…they are busy. Not JUST setting up the company, but with proposals for exciting projects!
So today’s moment of the day: Finding out that this fledgling company billed out its first invoice. Six weeks, 1 invoice, 1 project moving forward, 2 in the queque.
I couldn’t be more proud and excited for my dear friend. He’s an amazing soul and someone with much drive and vision. And I promise, once he and his business partner are ready to reveal their website and company name to the masses, YOU will be the next to know!
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