It's ok to burn the bread

When I was growing up holidays were particularly stressful events. Every time we attempted to gather together as a family there would be some unbelievable drama of some sort. Not your garden variety holiday angst but very difficult and painful situations for everyone.

When I had my own family I was able to finally have those beautiful and peaceful gatherings that filled my heart with joy. I am so very grateful that I have such a wonderful family that it's ok even if I burn the bread!

I love you with all of my heart and thank you for being my family!

Perfect Moments

I have been very blessed in my life to have had so many wonderful moments but there are few that compare to what I experienced tonight.

As my sweet grandson and I curled up on the sofa to watch "Winnie the Pooh" he wrapped his arms around me and fell fast asleep. I sat there just watching him and tears came to my eyes knowing that this is one of the most perfect moments of my life.

Begin Again

Every new day gives me the chance to be grateful for all of the blessings in my life.

Sitting at the airport or the DMV presents another opportunity to look at those around me and send them love. Instead of feeling frustration I like to send them wishes for what they might need in their lives (for some it is money, others it is peace or compassion - but for all it is love).

Life is so amazing and with each new day I begin again.

Laugh

I am a recovering serious person. I don't think I will ever totally break the habit but I am learning (little by little) that life should be fun and that I need to laugh much more!

Not just at myself but at life in general. I have had some lessons in that recently with a series of cosmic jokes. Situations that have helped me to see that I can either find the humor in it or let it ruin an otherwise delightful day.

I feel so much better when I can laugh instead of cry.

Hold on Loosely

One of the hardest things to do when you love someone is to not hold on too tight. It very quickly can turn from love into control and manipulation.

We all need to choose whatever it is that makes us happy and not fear losing those we love.

I think 38 Special said it best - Hold on loosely but don't let go....

Pave Your Journey with Joy

Each of us has to make our own way in the world. It is not so much the route we choose that makes the difference but how we see the path.  It can be a difficult climb against the steep terrain or a grand hillside adventure.  Whatever the circumstances, you will love the view at the top if you pave your journey with joy!

Circle of Life

June has been a month of both tremendous joy and deep sorrow in my life. There were births that filled my heart with delight and deaths that I thought I might not recover from.

All were events that changed me forever but now I can see it as the perfect unending circle of life.