“I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship.” -Brene Brown This blog is where I come to express myself about a million different things. Sometimes it’s just sharingContinue reading “Connection”
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Spring Break Day 5
“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.” -Helen Keller We’ve reached the end of my Spring Break adventures. I saw an old mill burned down and googled it to find out the fire spread toxic chemicals everywhere, making the cost of demolition too great. It was a steel mill. It probably gaveContinue reading “Spring Break Day 5”
Spring Break Day 4 pic
Today wasn’t much of a vacation day. Lots of momming was done, but I took moments for myself. When I finally got home, I melted into my relaxation. I’m grateful for my life. I’m grateful for where I get to be in life, and I’m excited to keep going. There’s not much to complain about,Continue reading “Spring Break Day 4 pic”
Spring Break Day 4
Today wasn’t much of a vacation day. Lots of momming was done, but I took moments for myself. When I finally got home, I melted into my relaxation. I’m grateful for my life. I’m grateful for where I get to be in life, and I’m excited to keep going. There’s not much to complain about,Continue reading “Spring Break Day 4”
Spring Break Day 3
Spring Break Day 3 “Reading is just a vacation you pay less for, with an agenda you have no control over.” ―J.S. Wik Reading, a tiny bit of homework, and light cleaning were my plans today. I took a nap, and I’ve been slacking on my mom duties in the name of vacation. It’s soContinue reading “Spring Break Day 3”
Spring Break Day 2
“The secret of success is making your vacation your vacation” -Unknown I’m taking it all in. Slow mornings. Reading books. Taking the time to make meals I love and all the self-care I have the energy for. Deep sigh. Along with all this free time, I’ve been thinking about my 40th birthday. I have upsContinue reading “Spring Break Day 2”
Rest & Relaxation
“It’s very important that we re-learn the art of resting and relaxing. Not only does it help prevent the onset of many illnesses that develop through chronic tension and worrying; it allows us to clear our minds, focus, and find creative solutions to problems.” -Thich Nhat Hanh Spring Break Day 1 I made soup withContinue reading “Rest & Relaxation”
Okay, It’s My Turn Now
“And I said to my body, softly: ‘I want to be your friend.’ It took a long breath and replied: ‘I have been waiting my whole life for this.” -Unknown I’m on spring break from college, and it feels so right!! I know my week off will fly by, but I’m going to do myContinue reading “Okay, It’s My Turn Now”
Against All Odds
“Vulnerability is not weakness. And that myth is profoundly dangerous.” -Brene Brown We are supposed to have moments where we question whether we can do this. We are supposed to show up every day with the freedom to choose. That is the adventure that comes with chasing our dreams. The fact that we can chooseContinue reading “Against All Odds”
Jayne.Press: A Place Where You Can Be Human
“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time. The mind that responds to the intellectual and spiritual values that lie hidden in a poem, a painting, or a piece of music, discovers a spiritual vitality that lifts it above itself, takes it out of itself, and makes it present toContinue reading “Jayne.Press: A Place Where You Can Be Human”
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