It speaks to me of total relaxation, inner warmth, and beauty.
Let's all say, "Ahh..." and take the time to care for ourselves.
Peace.
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I wanted to add this photo I took last night. It speaks to me of total relaxation, inner warmth, and beauty. Let's all say, "Ahh..." and take the time to care for ourselves. Peace.
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Well, It's been another busy month, class starts next week! I would love to be more diligent with my updates but time just runs away from me.
I have really fallen in love with my camera again this summer. I've spent time taking many detours, either chasing a particularly spectacular sunset, or to view wind turbines from a different perspective. HEADS UP! Harmony River Living Center is holding a Fall Extravaganza on November 2nd, and I will be selling prints of my photos along with notecards and possibly calendars--I'm looking into that one. Something to keep in mind for anyone who is interested. You can also contact me at any time for custom prints. Let me know what you're interested in and we can talk pricing--I do as reasonably as I'm able. Today I was at Clare's Well all day. Spent time sprucing up the flower gardens, picking fresh veggies from the garden, washing windows, and helping out around the house. It was an absolutely beautiful day to be outside, and playing in the gardens just makes me happy! I met some guests, had lunch, and was also able to witness the spectacular transformation of a caterpillar to cocoon. We were quite mesmerized, watching this little thing working away towards the next stage in her life cycle. Very cool. Otherwise, I've been staying busy with friends, work, and school. My last summer class finished August 12th--that left me 2 weeks before fall semester, which has been nice. I was able to spend a day out at Weber's Deck last week. Live Blues/Bluegrass music, a very relaxing way to spend a Sunday. I also met some friends, one from out of state, at the Mall of America for lunch last Thursday. We have similar religious backgrounds and had much to discuss, 5 hours worth of conversation! It really is great meeting people who "get" my story. Wednesday the 21st was my last scheduled day as HUC (Health Unit Coordinator) at work. I will be pool status, or on call, as both HUC and nursing assistant. Able to work when I'm able yet be off during finals week and other busy times with school. I've already picked up 30 hours next week--it's the first week of class so I'll get a feel for what the work/school balance will need to be. Yesterday I had drinks with a dear friend who will be teaching in Ukraine this fall, she leaves next week. I really wish her the best, and admire her for being awarded a Fulbright, quite a high honor. I hope life is well for all, and that your summer has been as fulfilling as I've been lucky to have. Relish these last days before school starts, the days grow long, and the snow begins to fall. We all know that winter will be here before we know it! On that note, peace! :) Author Unknown
How to talk to your daughter about her body, step one: don’t talk to your daughter about her body, except to teach her how it works. Don’t say anything if she’s lost weight. Don’t say anything if she’s gained weight. If you think your daughter’s body looks amazing, don’t say that. Here are some things you can say instead: “You look so healthy!” is a great one. Or how about, “you’re looking so strong.” “I can see how happy you are – you’re glowing.” Better yet, compliment her on something that has nothing to do with her body. Don’t comment on other women’s bodies either. Nope. Not a single comment, not a nice one or a mean one. Teach her about kindness towards others, but also kindness towards yourself. Don’t you dare talk about how much you hate your body in front of your daughter, or talk about your new diet. In fact, don’t go on a diet in front of your daughter. Buy healthy food. Cook healthy meals. But don’t say “I’m not eating carbs right now.” Your daughter should never think that carbs are evil, because shame over what you eat only leads to shame about yourself. Encourage your daughter to run because it makes her feel less stressed. Encourage your daughter to climb mountains because there is nowhere better to explore your spirituality than the peak of the universe. Encourage your daughter to surf, or rock climb, or mountain bike because it scares her and that’s a good thing sometimes. Help your daughter love soccer or rowing or hockey because sports make her a better leader and a more confident woman. Explain that no matter how old you get, you’ll never stop needing good teamwork. Never make her play a sport she isn’t absolutely in love with. Prove to your daughter that women don’t need men to move their furniture. Teach your daughter how to cook kale. Teach your daughter how to bake chocolate cake made with six sticks of butter. Pass on your own mom’s recipe for Christmas morning coffee cake. Pass on your love of being outside. Maybe you and your daughter both have thick thighs or wide ribcages. It’s easy to hate these non-size zero body parts. Don’t. Tell your daughter that with her legs she can run a marathon if she wants to, and her ribcage is nothing but a carrying case for strong lungs. She can scream and she can sing and she can lift up the world, if she wants. Remind your daughter that the best thing she can do with her body is to use it to mobilize her beautiful soul. |
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