Unexpected blessings

I received some news at work yesterday which was surprising at first. It took me a few minutes to process it, and I am still deciding how to approach this news.

My emotions went from disbelief to amazement to sadness. Then I felt quiet recognition that this was not actually unexpected. My intuition had been nudging me here but I had been reluctant to fully see and acknowledge what I was seeing.

So my current emotion is relief. There is some uncertainty in the process of moving forward after big news. And there can be a delightful freedom in it, a chance for something new to burst forth.

Unexpected blessings

I thank my yoga training for allowing me to sit in the “heat” of any situation in my life and recognize it is here to teach me something. My resilience and resourcefulness come from within, and I am so grateful that I know this.

Over the weekend I received news about a yoga teaching opportunity which was energizing and exciting. After my “desk chair yoga” class in February I have been wondering what is next along that front, and some new options are emerging. I felt like I had been pushing, pushing, pushing on some projects that had felt stuck. And now I feel a sense of ease at understanding that planting seeds was more important, that growth and harvesting are a later part of this particular project.

Grateful for all the the wisdom I continue to receive.

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cristy@meximinnesotana.com

 

 

 

Unexpected Acts of Kindness

I had three unexpected gifts show up within the last 2 days, one at work and one delivered at home. All of them put a big smile on my face and gratitude in my heart. I’m not the best at getting gifts for people. I am more inclined to try to spend time with people I enjoy. But I really enjoyed receiving these kind gifts, and it helped me feel the spirit of the holidays.

May you have a wonderful holiday season and enjoy the blessings you receive.

Grateful for the generosity I have received from work colleagues and friends.

cristy@meximinnesotana.com

Turkey Day haiku

Driving and driving

To see family and eat

Gluttony and thanks.

Actually that sounds pretty cynical. Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays because it is all about gratitude rather than spending money on gifts, and the unfortunate commercialization of a religious holiday. It transcends religions, families of origin, and all the nonsense things people feel they *have* to do for Christmas in the United States. It has a special place in my heart.

So consider that first one from the darker side of my personality and here is a better one.

Gratitude for all.

So many blessings right here.

Do not forget this.

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