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Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities in blessings. William Arthur Ward Today was no ordinary day and I don’t think tomorrow will be either.

Why is writing so hard? It’s not writing that’s hard, it’s the thinking part. It’s the awareness part. Today I thought, “I have so much to give as a writer, why does it have to be so hard?” It’s not just throwing words on a page. It’s throwing words on a page after coming toContinue reading “Writing Woes”

Every man has his secret sorrows which the world knows not; and often times we call a man cold when he is only sad.  Henry Wadsworth Longfellow A quick reminder that this time of year can be hard. Be kind, there’s a lot of us learning to celebrate the holidays without one or more ofContinue reading “Kindness Goes a Long Way”

I’m thankful for all the creators out there that taught me the value of existence.

The great awareness comes slowly, piece by piece. The path of spiritual growth is a path of lifelong learning. The experience of spiritual power is basically a joyful one. M. Scott Peck People have always tried to capitalize on spiritual awakenings, but the spiritual experience is free and accessible. However there are some things thatContinue reading “The Needs for Your Awakening”

When someone loves you it’s like having a blanket all round your heart. Helen Fielding I don’t know about you, but I love warm blankets and a hot cup of tea in my bed on rainy days. I even remember when I was little they kept me safe from all the scary monsters lurking aroundContinue reading “Blankets and Love”

There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love. Washington Irving It’s ok to cry. I don’t like crying. I hold the tears back for dearContinue reading “Sacred Tears”

Happiness can exist only in acceptance. George Orwell Acceptance is a big word for me. It holds a lot of visions, lessons, and wisdom. All the digging and all the shadow work in the world is nothing without acceptance. Friendship, teaching, love are all empty without acceptance. One of the greatest things you can doContinue reading “Visions, Lessons, and Wisdom”