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May 24, 2015

Make a Wish- What Seeds do YOU Plant?

Filed under: Food for Thought,Life — gardener @ 10:36 am

makeawishToday I was out and about for part of the afternoon, and while walking through a beautiful wooded area I came across several dandelions that had gone to seed.    I paused for a moment to grab a few shots of them, and at the same time I found myself transported back to my childhood- where my brother and I would pick them one-by-one and ‘make wishes’ as we blew them into the wind.

It brought a smile to my face.

I also began thinking about how our lives are also like those tiny seeds-      Each day we have a opportunity to blow seeds out into the world-    some of which will do nothing, but some of which will take root.

It made me pause once again and think about the type of seeds I plant-    because be it positive or negative- they all have the potential to take root and grow.

I don’t know about you- but I want to plant seeds of love,  encouragement, compassion, laughter, empowerment, and friendship.   Those are the seeds I want to leave behind-  and those are the ones that I wish to take the deepest root and grow.

May 13, 2015

Glorious Spring

Filed under: Gratitude,Seasons — gardener @ 5:28 am

springAhhh Spring-   one of my favorite times of the year.     Admittedly- I’m one of those people who love “ALL” seasons for what they bring individually.    The ‘new life’ of Spring-    the long daylight hours and warmth of Summer, the colors and earthiness of Fall, and the coziness – cold, short days of Winter.

Right now- I’m in ‘full’ enjoyment mode of Spring.    I am noticing all the new growth- the beauty of all the colors popping up everywhere-  and an overall beauty everywhere I look.    The skies are a little bluer-  and even what many deem as ‘weeds’ have a deep beauty to them.

Last week- I took this shot on my way to a friends home a couple of hours from me.    We made a ‘pit stop’ (aka bathroom break) and it was so beautiful that I paused and took in the scenery around me.     This photo doesn’t do it justice, that’s for certain.

Today-  I encourage you to pause-   look around and switch your focus from whatever has your mind wandering and reeling- to embrace your surroundings and find the beauty in what is right there in front of your nose.    See it?

So tell me- what did you see?

Let the Music Play

Filed under: Life,Things I Love — gardener @ 4:29 am

If you’ve known me anytime at all- you know that my best friend’s husband has a side business as a DJ. They are both very talented when it comes to music- She sings, and has since we were children, and he’s a very accomplished trumpet player. The love of music they share was the brain child behind the DJ business- and over the years he’s done many weddings, school events, parties, charity events, and the list goes on.

In spite of being someone who doesn’t know ‘that’ much about music- his set up is impressive. He has some great equipment, and a great scene setter to keep the lighting matched up with the tunes that happen to be playing. It’s fun seeing him in action, and also seeing how much people enjoy having him at their events. It’s definitely something I’d love to sit in on sometime. The music makes every event memorable.

May 3, 2015

Hello May

Filed under: Life — gardener @ 9:34 am

It’s hard for me to believe we are starting the 5th month of the year. I’ll admit that while the first few months have seemingly flew by, at the same time- I also don’t find that I’ve accomplished nearly what I had hoped I would do- which leaves me wondering what the reason is behind that.

I have definitely learned a lot thus far this year, much about balance and at the same time, I still don’t feel that I’m exactly where I need to be. It’s a learning process, this thing called life, and I’m grateful that I continue to learn and grow.

A dear friend is moving this month- In a few short weeks. I will miss her, her husband and two children, but at the same time- I’m over-the-moon excited for them that they are starting a new adventure and new chapter to their life. I have great joy for them and everything that is headed their way.

I also know that even though she may not be around the corner any longer after this month, that we will remain in contact, and make plans to see each other in the future when we are traveling. It isn’t goodbye, it’s see you later.

How is your may shaping up thus far?

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