Nothing...

I remember years ago I owned a book called "The Art of Doing Nothing" and the last couple of days that's just want I wanted to do. My schedule was busy, and I tried to carve out time to do that, but it's hard when so many things are calling for my attention. It just sounds so good right now... doing NOTHING. nothing, nothing, nothing!

Lesson...

"People may not tell you how they feel about you but they always show you. Pay attention."

One lesson I've learned in life that I share with my children is " When someone shows you who they are, believe them." When I use to take writing classes, one phrase that was always said about writing fiction was, "show don't tell." 

Racing...

"If your always racing to the next moment, what happens to the one you're in?"

This is a good reminder when my days get so full and I'm not paying attention to the present moment, to slow down and ~ pause ~ breath ~ and be present, because when that moment is gone, it's gone for good. There can be so much wonder and beauty in that space, but when I'm racing to the next I miss it!

Myself...

Forgiveness for me has not been a one time thing, especially when it's about me. Recently a recurring  situation came up and with that, it drew my attention to feelings I realize I've not fully forgiven myself for. So with awareness comes growth, and I once again have to be kind and forgive myself. One day something will bring it back to my attention and I will know the process of forgiveness for that issue will be done.

Teacher...

"When you really pay attention, everything is your teacher."

This reminds me that when a situation presents itself ~ pause... because I'm in charge of what meaning I give it. I can use it to make myself bitter and a victim or I can allow the teacher to teach me. But I need to be present and paying attention.

Focus...

"Focus on what matters"

I was mentioning to a friend that it is hard to find focus when so many things are calling for my attention. But it's nice to have her nudge me alone for something that means so much to me. But all the while not loosing site of the importance of self focus and nurturing the self love needed to provide the strength to keep following the path, even when the roads signs are confusing as to which direction to go.

Focus...

http://www.kindspring.org

I love finding another positive resource to focus my attention on. There is so much good happening in the world. Just like seeing the glass half full or half empty ~ it's all what you focus on!

The Wheel...

You know the old saying " The squeaky wheel gets the grease", well that is what is on my mind.

Of my three children, two still live at home with me. One is quiet, keeps to themselves and doesn't ask for much, the other one is a social butterfly and likes to go places, shop and is just more interactive. So I find myself feeling like I'm slighting the other because I find my attention and energy spent on other things and people. I have to put it on my "to do" list to plan something with my one child and it helps me be more conscious of wanting to save some of my time for them as well. Sometimes the offer of an activity or time is not wanted and that is okay too, but I just want to make sure that the gesture is offered. But with that said I do feel that my children know I am ALWAYS available (day or night) and they are loved.