Realizing that most things I worry and beat myself up over are out of my control is freeing. Having the understanding that we all have our own lives to live – every one of us in the same boat – figuring it out, gives me a peaceful feeling.
Tag: Reflection
Hope
And, although many times I’m left thinking someone has false hope or their situation is hopeless, I also remember that I don’t know better than the hopeful one.
Will You Miss This House?
I’ll miss the old times whether we are still in this house or not.
Someone Else’s Memories
While I was going through this exercise, it sadly occurred to me that, not only are the people gone, but that their memories, the stories that they didn’t tell, are gone too.
Standing Still as Time Marches On
As life marches on we forget that time stands still.
Pumpkins and Pausing
I bought two mini pumpkins to use for a Halloween party game at my son’s school. When I got them home, I placed them on the mantle for safe keeping. A soothing sense of calm washed over me when I saw how those little pumpkins complimented the existing decorations. The Autumn magnificence inspired me to … Continue reading Pumpkins and Pausing
A Year Without My Mom: Reflections, Revelries and Repentances
It is so easy to forget all your accomplishments, completed tasks and celebrations throughout the year if you don’t press pause every now and then to review. Our revelries will be overlooked if we let ourselves get stuck in a discouraging, infuriating or heartbreaking moment. We’ve all heard the remarks, right? ‘Good riddance to this … Continue reading A Year Without My Mom: Reflections, Revelries and Repentances