“Let go of certainty. The opposite isn’t uncertainty. It’s openness, curiosity and a willingness to embrace paradox, rather than choose up sides. The ultimate challenge is to accept ourselves exactly as we are, but never stop trying to learn and grow.” ~ Tony Schwartz Dear Universe, The other day I saw this quote: “You have to allow yourself to grow.” …
One Thing at a Time
“Do one thing at a time, and while doing it put your whole soul into it to the exclusion of all else.” ~Swami Vivekananda Dear Universe, Lately, things have been busier than normal. I don’t mind. I like being busy, feeling productive, working towards goals and checking items off my to-do list. But it’s been the kind of busy that …
Some Kind Words
(Sunset at the park!) “Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.” ~Leo Buscaglia Dear Universe, I believe in sharing our feelings with others—especially when it can brighten or change …
Lovin’ the Loverope
“Don’t look for happiness. Create it.” Dear Universe, It’s no secret that I am a fan of anything inspirational. Whether it’s a sign, a t-shirt, a message delivered at the right time or just the sound of the ocean, I am always grateful when inspiration makes its way to me. That’s why I was so intrigued when months ago, I …
Sand and Sandcastles: The Stuff Dreams Are Made Of
“I dream my painting and I paint my dream.” ~Vincent van Gogh Dear Universe, Yesterday I arrived at the beach nice and early, which is one of my favorite things to do. It turned out I wasn’t the only one who likes to beat the crowds. There on the beach was an older gentleman putting the final touches on a …
What Will Your Words Be?
“There is something about words. In expert hands, manipulated deftly, they take you prisoner. Wind themselves around your limbs like spider silk, and when you are so enthralled you cannot move, they pierce your skin, enter your blood, numb your thoughts. Inside you they work their magic.” ~Diane Setterfield Dear Universe, As a writer and an avid reader, I am …
Follow Your Bliss
“Success is realizing the true joy and wonder of life can only be yours if you follow your own intuition, aiming to achieve your bliss.” ~Steven Redhead Dear Universe, Lately I’ve been thinking about what it means to be blissful. To me, bliss is more than happiness, more than joy. Yes, it’s being happy and joyful, but it’s also being …
Let It Be; (a) Beautiful Day
“Where words leave off, music begins.” ~Heinrich Heine Dear Universe, I love music. So much so, that it astonishes me that I have never really written about it before. Music plays a part in my life every day. Whether it’s impromptu dance parties while getting the day started, music blaring on my long car rides to work (with me loudly …