Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
rolling in the deep, wiser today than yesterday
06/28/2011
Get over the idea that only children should spend their time in study. Be a student so long as you still have something to learn, and this will mean all your life. ~Henry L. Doherty
You learn something every day if you pay attention. ~Ray LeBlond
I don't think much of a man who is not wiser today than he was yesterday. ~Abraham Lincoln
Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will. ~Vernon Howard
I've learned alot of new things today, and for the past six months I've seen, felt, and dealt with an influx of information. It's amazing actually when you are so much more open to inviting new information into your mind the overload can cause cerate havoc on your brain, but in a good way, like a slurpee brain freeze.
I've recently started an extremely challenging job that requires writing skills, patience and is a flood of new information and concepts in which my learning curve has been extended into my wildest dreams.
In fact, (a side note) I've wanted to share via blog more the job I have now is in part of this exact blog-thread I'm writing to you now. During my interview, my boss expressed to me I was a great candidate and was drawn to my personality. He calmly asked me, " But Brooke, my one concern is that I don't know if you have writing skills, do you read or write in your spare time?" In a panic, I blurted out that I write all of the time (which is true sans a writers block), my minor was in journalism, oh and "I have a blog". Suddenly, my personal blog was linked to my career. I had a split second to think about what I said and a flash of past blogs blew through my mind like a wind in a tunnel. Maybe I should not have said that because now he wants a sample writing...
After the interview, I ran home, called my mom, talked to my friend Nesia and decided to send some edited blogs from the past, along with a thank you note for my interviewees time. I had nothing to lose at this point (which is the best place to be, in my opinion). So my blog was sent off to a potential employer. Needless to say, what was I thinking? Is this relatable to proposal writing for well over $300 million projects?
He never commented on his reading, but it obviously didn't kill my chances because I got the position. I would've like to have thought he was so enamored with my interview that I already had the position he was just doing the "protocol."
You never know what little things make a difference. Everyday you learn something new. For me that particular day I learned I have the gall not only to blog in the fist place but ALSO and use it to try for a job. After all, Tyra Banks landed her first job off of a passport photo. You never know.
Which leads me to this blog, random in nature to me.
My mind is turned in several different ways the past few months so I'm not kidding when I stress random blog. I've changed the theme of this blog a million times already and I already want to switch gears in my head and bust out Haiku's. See? Random. But so be it.
But back to my theme for today which is learning everyday....
There are a couple things that I didn't know prior to sitting here.
One thing I never knew was the words that the background singers say in Adeles Song: "Rolling In The Deep." I always pay attention to parts of a song that add a layer of richness in the background. I was dying to read the lyrics and find out what those background ladies are singing... The song is great and I think her album is currently no. 1 in 17 countries. I'm not the only one loving on this song. The parenthesis say it all.
The scars of your love remind me of us,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
They keep me thinking that we almost had it all.
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
The scars of your love, they leave me breathless,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
I can't help feeling,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
We could have had it all,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
Rolling in the deep.
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
You had my heart inside of your hand,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
And you played it to the beat.
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
SO know I now... I quite easily learned something new on my own accord with a bit of curiosity and some research. And now I can sing that part in my car all the way to work.
Next thing I noticed today was a little paper mache` heart my dear friend Camille got for me me last Valentines day. It is white with little pieces of paper from a French newspaper constructed in layers and hangs on my door. Because I can't determine what it says, it has always held a sense of mystery I am so drawn to. Here is what it said and I translated it:
French:
Bent arprentait son bureau.
Chet traville pour Rourke.
Exani un article diffmatoire pour
En Bien, es etudes
Translates to:
Bent arprentait his office. Chet we sat for Rourke. Exani an article diffmatoire for Well, es studies..
That is not as romantic as it was in my head but now I know what it says or that the website I used to translate wasn't telling me the truth after all.
Some of these things may seem trite but it really has nothing to do with knowing more. It is the fact that I am open, willing to learn new things everyday, a vessel if I so choose to accept. But this is only a result of the invitation in my heart for it to be.
Learning something everyday is something worth noticing. People show themselves often in layers and you continue to learn about them like a tiramisu. And when you are open to it, the universe teaches you something new everyday. What a joy! Everyday you get a gift, sometimes the gift giveth too much, but take it all in. Find the joy in being a little wiser than before, it is all around you.
So, enjoy whatever it is you learn today. Take notice. You might use in the future, it might be a grain of wisdom only you will ever know, or you may use it in ways you never thought would happen.
After all, you could've had it all.
*Update- I worked writing proposals for a year and a half after that, learned so much, had a great boss I still use as a reference, and an overall great experience. 01/07/2017
Get over the idea that only children should spend their time in study. Be a student so long as you still have something to learn, and this will mean all your life. ~Henry L. Doherty
You learn something every day if you pay attention. ~Ray LeBlond
I don't think much of a man who is not wiser today than he was yesterday. ~Abraham Lincoln
Always walk through life as if you have something new to learn and you will. ~Vernon Howard
I've learned alot of new things today, and for the past six months I've seen, felt, and dealt with an influx of information. It's amazing actually when you are so much more open to inviting new information into your mind the overload can cause cerate havoc on your brain, but in a good way, like a slurpee brain freeze.
I've recently started an extremely challenging job that requires writing skills, patience and is a flood of new information and concepts in which my learning curve has been extended into my wildest dreams.
In fact, (a side note) I've wanted to share via blog more the job I have now is in part of this exact blog-thread I'm writing to you now. During my interview, my boss expressed to me I was a great candidate and was drawn to my personality. He calmly asked me, " But Brooke, my one concern is that I don't know if you have writing skills, do you read or write in your spare time?" In a panic, I blurted out that I write all of the time (which is true sans a writers block), my minor was in journalism, oh and "I have a blog". Suddenly, my personal blog was linked to my career. I had a split second to think about what I said and a flash of past blogs blew through my mind like a wind in a tunnel. Maybe I should not have said that because now he wants a sample writing...
After the interview, I ran home, called my mom, talked to my friend Nesia and decided to send some edited blogs from the past, along with a thank you note for my interviewees time. I had nothing to lose at this point (which is the best place to be, in my opinion). So my blog was sent off to a potential employer. Needless to say, what was I thinking? Is this relatable to proposal writing for well over $300 million projects?
He never commented on his reading, but it obviously didn't kill my chances because I got the position. I would've like to have thought he was so enamored with my interview that I already had the position he was just doing the "protocol."
You never know what little things make a difference. Everyday you learn something new. For me that particular day I learned I have the gall not only to blog in the fist place but ALSO and use it to try for a job. After all, Tyra Banks landed her first job off of a passport photo. You never know.
Which leads me to this blog, random in nature to me.
My mind is turned in several different ways the past few months so I'm not kidding when I stress random blog. I've changed the theme of this blog a million times already and I already want to switch gears in my head and bust out Haiku's. See? Random. But so be it.
But back to my theme for today which is learning everyday....
There are a couple things that I didn't know prior to sitting here.
One thing I never knew was the words that the background singers say in Adeles Song: "Rolling In The Deep." I always pay attention to parts of a song that add a layer of richness in the background. I was dying to read the lyrics and find out what those background ladies are singing... The song is great and I think her album is currently no. 1 in 17 countries. I'm not the only one loving on this song. The parenthesis say it all.
The scars of your love remind me of us,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
They keep me thinking that we almost had it all.
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
The scars of your love, they leave me breathless,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
I can't help feeling,
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
We could have had it all,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
Rolling in the deep.
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
You had my heart inside of your hand,
(You're gonna wish you never had met me)
And you played it to the beat.
(Tears are gonna fall, rolling in the deep)
SO know I now... I quite easily learned something new on my own accord with a bit of curiosity and some research. And now I can sing that part in my car all the way to work.
Next thing I noticed today was a little paper mache` heart my dear friend Camille got for me me last Valentines day. It is white with little pieces of paper from a French newspaper constructed in layers and hangs on my door. Because I can't determine what it says, it has always held a sense of mystery I am so drawn to. Here is what it said and I translated it:
French:
Bent arprentait son bureau.
Chet traville pour Rourke.
Exani un article diffmatoire pour
En Bien, es etudes
Translates to:
Bent arprentait his office. Chet we sat for Rourke. Exani an article diffmatoire for Well, es studies..
That is not as romantic as it was in my head but now I know what it says or that the website I used to translate wasn't telling me the truth after all.
Some of these things may seem trite but it really has nothing to do with knowing more. It is the fact that I am open, willing to learn new things everyday, a vessel if I so choose to accept. But this is only a result of the invitation in my heart for it to be.
Learning something everyday is something worth noticing. People show themselves often in layers and you continue to learn about them like a tiramisu. And when you are open to it, the universe teaches you something new everyday. What a joy! Everyday you get a gift, sometimes the gift giveth too much, but take it all in. Find the joy in being a little wiser than before, it is all around you.
So, enjoy whatever it is you learn today. Take notice. You might use in the future, it might be a grain of wisdom only you will ever know, or you may use it in ways you never thought would happen.
After all, you could've had it all.
*Update- I worked writing proposals for a year and a half after that, learned so much, had a great boss I still use as a reference, and an overall great experience. 01/07/2017
Friday, June 24, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
Electronically sound.
The other day my ipod died. I brought it into the store and they told me it was officially dead. Not even the magic touch of the nice cute and very knowledgeable boy that helped me could fix it. I smiled and thanked him for his time, but walked away bummed. I had spent time creating my awesome playlist and didn't get to really enjoy it.
Then my cable connection got lost. I wanted to watch some Animal Planet or Science Channel before I drifted into a deep slumber, and lo and behold, my cable connection did not come through. I called Direct TV hoping they could walk me step by step in order to get it up and running again, but to no avail. They offered to send a techy out to rescue me but I thought a moot point seeing how I will be moving down the street in a week.
Oh, and did I mention we have no Internet as well? I am typing away from my dear friend Nesia's computer while she is working.
So, I decided to pick up the current read I am into which is "The Alchemist." Its one of those books that I think everyone has read, except me. This particular one is a hard cover with pictures included, sort of deluxe edition.
All in all, I think when the Universe tells you to slow down and de-elctronecize (yes I made up that word) you should listen. So I am, although the ipod thing gets to me and probably wont be long before I go and make that purchase. But for now, I'll enjoy my book, which is perfectly the sort of read I need. I relate to the story of the Shepard boy and his quest for his Personal Legend.
Apparently, I am a mirrored reflection of his story and my own quest for my Personal Legend.
Sans Electronics for now.
Then my cable connection got lost. I wanted to watch some Animal Planet or Science Channel before I drifted into a deep slumber, and lo and behold, my cable connection did not come through. I called Direct TV hoping they could walk me step by step in order to get it up and running again, but to no avail. They offered to send a techy out to rescue me but I thought a moot point seeing how I will be moving down the street in a week.
Oh, and did I mention we have no Internet as well? I am typing away from my dear friend Nesia's computer while she is working.
So, I decided to pick up the current read I am into which is "The Alchemist." Its one of those books that I think everyone has read, except me. This particular one is a hard cover with pictures included, sort of deluxe edition.
All in all, I think when the Universe tells you to slow down and de-elctronecize (yes I made up that word) you should listen. So I am, although the ipod thing gets to me and probably wont be long before I go and make that purchase. But for now, I'll enjoy my book, which is perfectly the sort of read I need. I relate to the story of the Shepard boy and his quest for his Personal Legend.
Apparently, I am a mirrored reflection of his story and my own quest for my Personal Legend.
Sans Electronics for now.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Moving on up....
Things have been a little crazy over here in Brookeville( well i wont sugar coat, its been straight-up, Paula Abdul style hectic.) Change is abundant and Im in a whirlwind between the likes of calm and refreshing newness and letting go of the old to make room, and the planning and strategizing to get the job done.
Two things are happening simultaneously. Im interviewing for jobs and my lovely roommate has found her love and is married to the man of her dreams, therefore, I am moving. Yesterday I spent the whole day forsaking looking for my next career move and began to pack my life away. It is always funny how many things you truly do accumulate over the years. Im thankful for Pandora and my Ambrosia station I created, along with old school R & B, the music echoes a time and place of the past, quite fitting. I have been purging to aid in the cleansing of it all but sometimes I see the use of something that i havent used in years and just see alot of potential that I cant let go. However, Ive been good and realize that space is limited and Id rather hang unto memoirs of my life rather than that beautiful vintage food warmer Ive never used but got it at a steal for $3.00 at garage sale. I had to give it up. After all, someone may actually use it and it could have its due diligence to show off its beauty at some dinner party.
I am moving temporarily to a friends and am sub-leasing from her while she is in Thailand. She has a very calming and hippy way about her and Im happy to stay within her energy (and super soft bed mind you) while she is bouncing around finishing her studies and doing amazing things in this world. Meanwhile, my things will be placed into storage as i figure out my next steps in life prior to getting a place of my own (and a puppy). I realized late last night while laying in bed that I have a master bedroom closet full of clothes. I thought to myself how funny that this closet space was built for two people!!!! Are you kidding? I have it filled from end to end with my stuff. Time to purge and cleanse and let it go. I am procrastinating the clothes until last minute. Clothes do not make the man, but they may just make the woman.
As all of this change is coming in and out of me, I realize how truly cool it will all be. I will not only have a job soon, but it will be one that will be a good fit. The job search process has been quite interesting but one thing Ive learned is that as a potential hire you have the power to also decide if the position will be a good fit for you. Im taking my time but making valiant efforts to make it right. Setting myself up for success is my new motto.
I also realize how change will happen, in fact change is always happening, even as you read this blog with every sentence something is happening inside you changing. But Im talking really about BIG changes. For me, i generally go through multiple BIG changes every couple years and I am long overdue on this one. But something feels different from any other major transitions I have been through. Although my minds been crazy and Ive been all over the place (see previous blog where my mom had to call me out for not correctly writing a haiku...I mean really Brooke? :) there is some solace that this is leading to better things. I do not know and will not know what those things are until then are in front of me but if I can keep my blind faith (which I always have), this change will come over like waves of knowledge , love and understanding for myself and the world around me, (my spiritual GOD, Universe, peace and love) like I never knew before.
So forgive me if we should meet and Im a little off, Im merely taking all of this marrow out of life and sucking it dry.
Be the change you want to see in this world, and see the change in the world that has come to be.
Any changes going on in your life?
Two things are happening simultaneously. Im interviewing for jobs and my lovely roommate has found her love and is married to the man of her dreams, therefore, I am moving. Yesterday I spent the whole day forsaking looking for my next career move and began to pack my life away. It is always funny how many things you truly do accumulate over the years. Im thankful for Pandora and my Ambrosia station I created, along with old school R & B, the music echoes a time and place of the past, quite fitting. I have been purging to aid in the cleansing of it all but sometimes I see the use of something that i havent used in years and just see alot of potential that I cant let go. However, Ive been good and realize that space is limited and Id rather hang unto memoirs of my life rather than that beautiful vintage food warmer Ive never used but got it at a steal for $3.00 at garage sale. I had to give it up. After all, someone may actually use it and it could have its due diligence to show off its beauty at some dinner party.
I am moving temporarily to a friends and am sub-leasing from her while she is in Thailand. She has a very calming and hippy way about her and Im happy to stay within her energy (and super soft bed mind you) while she is bouncing around finishing her studies and doing amazing things in this world. Meanwhile, my things will be placed into storage as i figure out my next steps in life prior to getting a place of my own (and a puppy). I realized late last night while laying in bed that I have a master bedroom closet full of clothes. I thought to myself how funny that this closet space was built for two people!!!! Are you kidding? I have it filled from end to end with my stuff. Time to purge and cleanse and let it go. I am procrastinating the clothes until last minute. Clothes do not make the man, but they may just make the woman.
As all of this change is coming in and out of me, I realize how truly cool it will all be. I will not only have a job soon, but it will be one that will be a good fit. The job search process has been quite interesting but one thing Ive learned is that as a potential hire you have the power to also decide if the position will be a good fit for you. Im taking my time but making valiant efforts to make it right. Setting myself up for success is my new motto.
I also realize how change will happen, in fact change is always happening, even as you read this blog with every sentence something is happening inside you changing. But Im talking really about BIG changes. For me, i generally go through multiple BIG changes every couple years and I am long overdue on this one. But something feels different from any other major transitions I have been through. Although my minds been crazy and Ive been all over the place (see previous blog where my mom had to call me out for not correctly writing a haiku...I mean really Brooke? :) there is some solace that this is leading to better things. I do not know and will not know what those things are until then are in front of me but if I can keep my blind faith (which I always have), this change will come over like waves of knowledge , love and understanding for myself and the world around me, (my spiritual GOD, Universe, peace and love) like I never knew before.
So forgive me if we should meet and Im a little off, Im merely taking all of this marrow out of life and sucking it dry.
Be the change you want to see in this world, and see the change in the world that has come to be.
Any changes going on in your life?
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
flare up.
With the summer heat, my nostalgia is flaring up.
So much to share, but frankly Im so hot right now, I will have to wait for the cooler wee hours to complete.
While waiting,a haiku for my blog:
Dear blog I've missed you.
To my first blog with love.
I have much to share.
Cheers. Write more soon.
So much to share, but frankly Im so hot right now, I will have to wait for the cooler wee hours to complete.
While waiting,a haiku for my blog:
Dear blog I've missed you.
To my first blog with love.
I have much to share.
Cheers. Write more soon.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Even Mr. Richie makes mistakes....
Every person makes mistakes. The same goes for every artist out there. Sometimes , you look back and say " What was i thinking?" In fact, personally, I think I may have done that with some blogs etc.
I present to you what I think may be that move for Lionel Richie. Now please do not misconstrue my intention (which is just a good long laugh), I enjoy his voice and love his songs all the same. Im serious.
However, in the video, "Hello?", I find a sense of creepiness that should not be taking place....at all..ever really. Furthermore, I love how the lyrics are taken literally to say "Is it me your looking for?" to a beautiful girl who also happens to be blind. Not to mention, he is a professor stalking a student. I would have loved to see the directors storyboard on selling this to Lionel himself. Sorry Mr. Richie, with all due respect this one is creepy. You have to laugh.
Decide for yourself.
I present to you what I think may be that move for Lionel Richie. Now please do not misconstrue my intention (which is just a good long laugh), I enjoy his voice and love his songs all the same. Im serious.
However, in the video, "Hello?", I find a sense of creepiness that should not be taking place....at all..ever really. Furthermore, I love how the lyrics are taken literally to say "Is it me your looking for?" to a beautiful girl who also happens to be blind. Not to mention, he is a professor stalking a student. I would have loved to see the directors storyboard on selling this to Lionel himself. Sorry Mr. Richie, with all due respect this one is creepy. You have to laugh.
Decide for yourself.
Saturday, February 5, 2011
Price is Right
I've been hanging out at alot of coffee shops. Mainly for the free Wi-FI but also just to get out of the house and relax while looking for my next career move. However, I went to 5 places today trying to hook up to the wireless Internet. And not much luck my way... Either the place was jam packed (no open seats) or the Internet wasn't working, etc. It was as if the universe was asking me not to look or do research to enhance my career... Or maybe just enjoy the beautiful sd sunny sky in February on a Saturday...
I'm currently looking for a career in the non-profit sector, although my work experience is not solely of that. However, Ive been involved with alot of philanthropic events the past three years and have grown a passion for humanity and giving back to the world ( that is due an entirely different blog though ). However, knowing what my goal is tells me already that my search may take longer than just "getting a job." Trying to jump into a new career at 32 is different than that of trying at 23. Nonetheless, I'd love to work for something I believe in, and see the opportunity to do so.
Without going into to much detail ( but to further explain why Ive been meeting baristas left and right) I am researching different organizations, planning to attend various events, sending resumes (even if there are no current openings), researching these organizations, reading about them (ALOT of information), and also researching current openings and tailoring my resume per job ... bah blah, blah, anyway this is why Ive been coffee shopping it up...Yerbe Mate and scones are my friends:)
However, in my careful ( okay also procrastinating ) ways, Ive come to realize I have one thing that will NOT help me on this journey: Tunnel Vision. Focusing solely on one thing...
Balance is key in life. I sometimes get frustrated by the way creativity comes to me. Its like tidal waves coming in and out, clouds passing in the sky sometimes slowly, other times whipping by. After ignoring a creative itch, or not being in touch with any creativity, I begin to miss it and it comes back to me like a tidal wave all over again ( also the result of this blog).
The Ying and Yang, the high tide and low tide. The Moon and Sun. If I continue focus solely on searching for my next career move, without balance in my focus, I wont be present in the moment. I must let creativity and whatever else needs to, "Come On down!" like The Price Is Right. Instead of saying: "Come back another time please, I have work to do."
However, if I let it "come on down", I have to remember one thing: patience. I'm a creature of habit, when tidal waves come in, they disrupt my Tunnel Vision. And patience creeps out the backdoor and results in frustration.
But today I thank you dear patience and creativity for partnering up. They taught me to let it go for the day and enjoy my Saturday. I appreciate absolutely no WI-FI working today. Earlier I was frustrated, but now I am just in the moment, with shear confidence that my wave will come in, but today this is the wave I'm riding.
Are you living in tunnel vision? What balances are you made of?
I'm currently looking for a career in the non-profit sector, although my work experience is not solely of that. However, Ive been involved with alot of philanthropic events the past three years and have grown a passion for humanity and giving back to the world ( that is due an entirely different blog though ). However, knowing what my goal is tells me already that my search may take longer than just "getting a job." Trying to jump into a new career at 32 is different than that of trying at 23. Nonetheless, I'd love to work for something I believe in, and see the opportunity to do so.
Without going into to much detail ( but to further explain why Ive been meeting baristas left and right) I am researching different organizations, planning to attend various events, sending resumes (even if there are no current openings), researching these organizations, reading about them (ALOT of information), and also researching current openings and tailoring my resume per job ... bah blah, blah, anyway this is why Ive been coffee shopping it up...Yerbe Mate and scones are my friends:)
However, in my careful ( okay also procrastinating ) ways, Ive come to realize I have one thing that will NOT help me on this journey: Tunnel Vision. Focusing solely on one thing...
Balance is key in life. I sometimes get frustrated by the way creativity comes to me. Its like tidal waves coming in and out, clouds passing in the sky sometimes slowly, other times whipping by. After ignoring a creative itch, or not being in touch with any creativity, I begin to miss it and it comes back to me like a tidal wave all over again ( also the result of this blog).
The Ying and Yang, the high tide and low tide. The Moon and Sun. If I continue focus solely on searching for my next career move, without balance in my focus, I wont be present in the moment. I must let creativity and whatever else needs to, "Come On down!" like The Price Is Right. Instead of saying: "Come back another time please, I have work to do."
However, if I let it "come on down", I have to remember one thing: patience. I'm a creature of habit, when tidal waves come in, they disrupt my Tunnel Vision. And patience creeps out the backdoor and results in frustration.
But today I thank you dear patience and creativity for partnering up. They taught me to let it go for the day and enjoy my Saturday. I appreciate absolutely no WI-FI working today. Earlier I was frustrated, but now I am just in the moment, with shear confidence that my wave will come in, but today this is the wave I'm riding.
Are you living in tunnel vision? What balances are you made of?
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
tootsie rolls in your lap.
I was suppose to grocery shop tonight, it was on my weekly to do list. But after a long day, I found potatoes, chicken and broccoli to suffice my appetite. Besides, Im not in the mood for Trader Joes , and like any blogger with their God given rite to write when inspired, I conceded.
Things have been brought into a great perspective for me lately and I am grateful. And hence my forthcoming thoughts...
Life is short. Life is bitter-sweet, and as I listen to Alicia Keys: "It sure looks good to me."
Life is much like a parade. It can rain when least expected. Or it can be perfectly planned with perfect weather and we can get Tootsie Rolls thrown into our lap for no reason at all except for being at the side lines at the right place and right time. I remember as a kid, I loved parades. I grew up in Michigan and remember how special I felt walking away with a bag of cheap candy stuffed into my pockets. Sometimes you just need to wait on the side for your happiness to come.
In life you can crash and burn. But I'm sure you already knew that. But don't worry because that is how it supposed to be. We can fill our lives with empty people and space or we can breath love into each day at any given time and place. Even in foolish emotions, we are the most real we will ever be and in that time and place we know either Tootsie Rolls are in our lap or not.
After thirty-two years I do know some things. Maybe too much to blog about but in this particular blog I share with you this:
I know that only Lord knows if you will see another day or not.
I know to always kiss your loved one goodnight before you fall asleep. No matter what.
I know to let each and every hurt become a part of you rather than fighting its existence. Negativity will breed itself just fine without your conciousness fanning the flames.
I am filled with grattitude for every love and relationship I have encountered in my life. Friend, co-worker, lover, family, even foe, I am thankful for you. You teach me something everyday, within myself, and about the world we are in.
Life is amazing once you stop from your daily routine. We tend to get so dam caught up everyday, even as you are reading this think about your day and all that it entailed. Now stop because Im sure you get my gist. Another 12 hours of time...
Life is so much shorter than we perceive. We think we will live happily till our 90's or so and if we do, what a life!!! Not that we should ponder on this thought everyday but its easy to think we are young, healthy, and going to be here forever. You and I will not.
I am 32 and have lived so joyously and look forward to every winding corner and path ahead. Even if it should be the path less chosen. Even if its the path everyone else is on. Some paths may go astray but such the beauty is life. And it is that which makes every single one of us unique. Our choices and how we choose to handle our paths.
Personally, I think you have to take the time and acknowledgment to feel it ALL. I don't think it really counts if you don't cry when hit the floor, and I don't think it counts if you don't cry when you reach the top. It's not about the physical act of crying, (although I think it is an emotion too far suppressed in our society). It doesn't matter if you are a boy or a girl. We all feel the same. That is how life is supposed to be. It is, in my opinion, the only way to live. And the only way to love. We must clearly remember nothing lasts forever, even our precious Sun has about 100 million years left until all Helium and Hydrogen are gone. A sad thought to some, but a good motivation to make everyday count.
You always have to try. You always have to dream. You always will reach a point where you will have to risk it all. You always amust give joyously and receive with gratitude. Never stop whatever it is that will make you a better you. Remember you are here once and have a purpose. Your work and love are not done and still is much to be seen if you are willing to share.
You must be lost to be found. And found again to feel. Life truly is so sweet and precious. And it sure sure looks dam good to me. I'm ready for my next journey and hope you are too.
"The journey is the reward."
Chinese proverb
So simple but right on right? what are some other quotes you know of?
Things have been brought into a great perspective for me lately and I am grateful. And hence my forthcoming thoughts...
Life is short. Life is bitter-sweet, and as I listen to Alicia Keys: "It sure looks good to me."
Life is much like a parade. It can rain when least expected. Or it can be perfectly planned with perfect weather and we can get Tootsie Rolls thrown into our lap for no reason at all except for being at the side lines at the right place and right time. I remember as a kid, I loved parades. I grew up in Michigan and remember how special I felt walking away with a bag of cheap candy stuffed into my pockets. Sometimes you just need to wait on the side for your happiness to come.
In life you can crash and burn. But I'm sure you already knew that. But don't worry because that is how it supposed to be. We can fill our lives with empty people and space or we can breath love into each day at any given time and place. Even in foolish emotions, we are the most real we will ever be and in that time and place we know either Tootsie Rolls are in our lap or not.
After thirty-two years I do know some things. Maybe too much to blog about but in this particular blog I share with you this:
I know that only Lord knows if you will see another day or not.
I know to always kiss your loved one goodnight before you fall asleep. No matter what.
I know to let each and every hurt become a part of you rather than fighting its existence. Negativity will breed itself just fine without your conciousness fanning the flames.
I am filled with grattitude for every love and relationship I have encountered in my life. Friend, co-worker, lover, family, even foe, I am thankful for you. You teach me something everyday, within myself, and about the world we are in.
Life is amazing once you stop from your daily routine. We tend to get so dam caught up everyday, even as you are reading this think about your day and all that it entailed. Now stop because Im sure you get my gist. Another 12 hours of time...
Life is so much shorter than we perceive. We think we will live happily till our 90's or so and if we do, what a life!!! Not that we should ponder on this thought everyday but its easy to think we are young, healthy, and going to be here forever. You and I will not.
I am 32 and have lived so joyously and look forward to every winding corner and path ahead. Even if it should be the path less chosen. Even if its the path everyone else is on. Some paths may go astray but such the beauty is life. And it is that which makes every single one of us unique. Our choices and how we choose to handle our paths.
Personally, I think you have to take the time and acknowledgment to feel it ALL. I don't think it really counts if you don't cry when hit the floor, and I don't think it counts if you don't cry when you reach the top. It's not about the physical act of crying, (although I think it is an emotion too far suppressed in our society). It doesn't matter if you are a boy or a girl. We all feel the same. That is how life is supposed to be. It is, in my opinion, the only way to live. And the only way to love. We must clearly remember nothing lasts forever, even our precious Sun has about 100 million years left until all Helium and Hydrogen are gone. A sad thought to some, but a good motivation to make everyday count.
You always have to try. You always have to dream. You always will reach a point where you will have to risk it all. You always amust give joyously and receive with gratitude. Never stop whatever it is that will make you a better you. Remember you are here once and have a purpose. Your work and love are not done and still is much to be seen if you are willing to share.
You must be lost to be found. And found again to feel. Life truly is so sweet and precious. And it sure sure looks dam good to me. I'm ready for my next journey and hope you are too.
"The journey is the reward."
Chinese proverb
So simple but right on right? what are some other quotes you know of?
Monday, January 3, 2011
362 days of A- mazingness
I was never a believer in New year resolutions. To be honest, I dont even necessarrily like the idea of "time" and a new "year". Whats another birthday? If we are counting the days we are here, then we are not FULLY living in the moment. And in that moment, really there is no time and space.
However, I DO like the idea of having a new beginning, even if it means now you write 2011 on your checks and not 2010. And instead of resolutions, I think I would like to figure out how I want to be the changes I want be within myself and to others for the next 52 weeks plus infinity. Besides, ALL and any "resolutions" Ive ever set for myself, have ended up in the black hole of resolutions never carried out. How can I (or you) have 362 days of A-mazingness?
Now there are alot of things I want, a great self-fulfilling career in the non-profit sector, a hot bf, a puppy, a place of my own and so on and so on....So how do you connect all those things I want ( which are very tangible by the way) to my new beginning into 2011?
First off, I need to think more positively. I think the bulk of things that transpired in 2010 left a cloud over my head like grumpy care-bear. I totally need a care-bear stare to get out of that frame of mind. Some BIG doors may have closed permananetly this year for me. But windows will open (if they havent already), and I am grateful those doors were ever open in the first place. And if the window doesnt show up, guess what? there is always the doggy door... I had the chance to experience a year that will never be repeated in my life (same goes for you too). I have come to realize I need to be more careful and gracious to the things that happen around me, even if I preceive them negatively, because they are part of me, they are not bad at all. Love and inspiration are around every corner, you just have to be open to see it. So Im positively going to be more positive starting three days ago.
Im going to take more risks. I am a person that tends to take risks, but they are ever so calculated, betting that I will be more happy than sad if I choose to take that risk. But no more. I am going to really focus on putting what I have out there because in the end, I truly have nothing to lose. Well at least as long as I have let go of my pride and ego, I truly have nothing to lose. I have love from friends, family, and a good stickin head on my shoulders.
Lastly, Im going to try to be a better driver.... Yes for any of you that know me... Im not joking. Directions? That may be pushing it but I really need to hone in on some road rage and take a little more time to be a better driver. My stress level will decrease and maybe my friends can let me drive more. But then again, who am I kidding? 2 out 3 aint bad!!!!
What changes can you work on within yourself that will create 362 days of A-mazinginess for you? Maybe a change you can work on with a close friend, spouse, lover, or family? This can be calculated as you go through the year and see if there are any positive changes in your life? But for those of you exercising more, eating healthier, fighting your vices, I hope you stick with it and get the results you are looking for. Change is good if you can help mold the direction of where your destiny might take you.
Lets just check in with each other in 6 months and see how we are doing.... Maybe Ill even pick you up and we can share over some coffee/tea.
However, I DO like the idea of having a new beginning, even if it means now you write 2011 on your checks and not 2010. And instead of resolutions, I think I would like to figure out how I want to be the changes I want be within myself and to others for the next 52 weeks plus infinity. Besides, ALL and any "resolutions" Ive ever set for myself, have ended up in the black hole of resolutions never carried out. How can I (or you) have 362 days of A-mazingness?
Now there are alot of things I want, a great self-fulfilling career in the non-profit sector, a hot bf, a puppy, a place of my own and so on and so on....So how do you connect all those things I want ( which are very tangible by the way) to my new beginning into 2011?
First off, I need to think more positively. I think the bulk of things that transpired in 2010 left a cloud over my head like grumpy care-bear. I totally need a care-bear stare to get out of that frame of mind. Some BIG doors may have closed permananetly this year for me. But windows will open (if they havent already), and I am grateful those doors were ever open in the first place. And if the window doesnt show up, guess what? there is always the doggy door... I had the chance to experience a year that will never be repeated in my life (same goes for you too). I have come to realize I need to be more careful and gracious to the things that happen around me, even if I preceive them negatively, because they are part of me, they are not bad at all. Love and inspiration are around every corner, you just have to be open to see it. So Im positively going to be more positive starting three days ago.
Im going to take more risks. I am a person that tends to take risks, but they are ever so calculated, betting that I will be more happy than sad if I choose to take that risk. But no more. I am going to really focus on putting what I have out there because in the end, I truly have nothing to lose. Well at least as long as I have let go of my pride and ego, I truly have nothing to lose. I have love from friends, family, and a good stickin head on my shoulders.
Lastly, Im going to try to be a better driver.... Yes for any of you that know me... Im not joking. Directions? That may be pushing it but I really need to hone in on some road rage and take a little more time to be a better driver. My stress level will decrease and maybe my friends can let me drive more. But then again, who am I kidding? 2 out 3 aint bad!!!!
What changes can you work on within yourself that will create 362 days of A-mazinginess for you? Maybe a change you can work on with a close friend, spouse, lover, or family? This can be calculated as you go through the year and see if there are any positive changes in your life? But for those of you exercising more, eating healthier, fighting your vices, I hope you stick with it and get the results you are looking for. Change is good if you can help mold the direction of where your destiny might take you.
Lets just check in with each other in 6 months and see how we are doing.... Maybe Ill even pick you up and we can share over some coffee/tea.
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