To Bless the Space Between Us . . .

This tender photo touches me so

and has become quite a guiding light

and touchstone for me, too.

How do I let go of a painful situation?

This is how...

Stand calmly, quietly in my truth,

knowing what I know.

Instead of expecting and aching

for what they can't/won't give

(for whatever reasons that might be),

choose to let it be by

sending love and warmth

(as best I can in each moment).

Shine in your own little space in the night sky,

dearest one,

all while blessing the space between us.

Help me, Mama?

Right here, Baby Girl.

Yes.

Blessed be.

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Shutter Happy ~ Day 10 ~ Prized Possession

This sweet little angel was a delightful surprise 

from Darlin' Hubby a few Valentine's Days ago. 

 Seeing her on the card shop's shelf, 

he thought she might be a perfect accompaniment 

to his annual promise of roses. 

I have cherished her ever since 

and she has become my teacher. 

I love the way she just quietly stands in her place and shines. 

She doesn't overextend or underextend. 

She simply, peacefully offers what she has, 

trusting it is enough. 

#shutterhappy

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Happy National Lighthouse Day!

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Moonshine Lighting our way Home.

 💕

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Breadcrumbs

Over here I'm being serenaded by froggie hymns and hubby snores. 

 The sun has set and my twinkle lights, 

which I haven't turned on in a l-o-n-g time, 

my beloved circle of angel Grace, 

and the jar of cheerful silk sunflowers 

are quietly, 

gently 

reminding me to b-r-e-a-t-h-e

while leaving breadcrumbs for me, 

reminding me of my way Home. 

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While not my favorite thing ever, 

I'm intentionally reminding myself

that it's ok to wake up and find myself in Indiana

(once again). 

I really do know my way Home 

and, just as I have so many times before, 

I'm slowly thawing and remembering 

that I really can and will find my way again.

Just be here, sweet soul.

Amen.

(Because it feels like a prayer)

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Follow Grace . . .

. . . with my face, 

(Just like a beautiful Sunflower does.)

🌻

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Gentle Reminder to Self

The back of my new mug says, 

"Offer whatever light you can."

Smiling warmly as I share that it's my Hope that this cute, quirky kitty 

will be good company for me and my word for 2017, 

Grounded,  

in the coming year (and beyond).

Grateful for some quiet time to write

this morning and listen well to my heart.

Grounding myself in the truth 

of where I am in this moment

by exploring and acknowledging 

what light I truly am able to offer right now

"for fun and for free"

(so with no expectations or obligations attached.)

Blessed be.

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August Break :: Peaceful

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August Break :: Red

Paper clip and heart mandala

(Simply stand still and shine)

 ❤️

#augustbreak2016

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August Break 2015 :: Art

Lighthouses have special meaning for me 

and this one at St. Augustine, FL 

is my very favorite one.

When I saw this beautiful piece, 

drawn by a local artist, 

during our last trip there a couple of months ago, 

it was love at first sight. 

It now hangs in a place of honor 

in our home 

where I can see it from right here in my chair. 

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