Before You Know It

You can never give up.

There are some situations

that don't go as planned…

But truth be told,

do you ever really know the plan?

Stay focussed.

Continue to believe.

A mixture of your perseverance

and the right time

will unfold before you know it.

Happy Birthday / Feliz Cumpleaños

Today is my birthday.

I've learned many lessons

in my 33 years of life.

I'm grateful to my family,

friends, my other half 

and my baby Millie.

Life has been interesting…

I feel blessed and lucky,

and look forward 

to the years to come.

Hoy es mi cumpleaños.

He aprendido bastantes lecciones

en mi 33 años de vida.

Estoy agradecida a mi familia,

mis amigos, mi compañero,

y mi bebe Millie.

La vida ha sido interesante…

Me siento bendecida y afortunada,

y tengo mucha esperanza

para los anos venideros.

You Can Decide

What are you waiting for?

Time is not guaranteed.

Make the most of your situation

while you're holding on to it.

If things aren't working out,

work it out so you can move on.

Don't get stuck…

The illusion of feeling safe

can handicap you.

It's scary...

but is the alternative 

to walk with your eyes closed

an option for you?

Only you can decide.

4 L's

Vision gives your focus.

Love keeps you inspired.

Imagination opens the door

to all your dreams.

Let go of fear…

choose to laugh along the way.

Live a life that will bring you joy.

Slow it Down

Pause and reflect.

Take a breath,

before you act.

Take time

to understand

what you're thinking.

As life moves so fast,

recognize your ability

to slow it down.

Past and Present

Be patient with yourself.

Be kind to your heart -

Be compassionate to your journey…

it all happened for a reason.

Today be grateful

to the past and present.

And not only your past and present,

but also to those who helped you

become who you are today.

Who Else WIll?

A good way to clear your head,

is to work out a little…

Going for a walk, run,

any form of cardio exercise

will bring on a level of clarity.

Days are stressful,

there doesn't seem to be

enough hours in the day…

but if you don't take the time

for yourself - 

who else will?

OR

I don't care how positive you are,

fear shows up and wants your attention.

But what you do with fear,

is what makes the difference.

Do you give in, lose hope, and give up?

OR

Do you hang on, change perspective,

maybe gain an edge from fear?

Fear is an emotion that can be transformed

into something good by your mind.

Don' let it cripple you.

Use it to make you wiser, stronger…

use it to gain a deeper conviction.

You are exactly where your mind

will let you be.

Simple Rhyme

Doubt a little less,

love a little more…

the past is behind you,

the future's at the door.

The conviction in your heart

is understood by you..

don't let others sway you

from what you can do.

This life is yours - 

hold it while you can…

live life to the fullest,

you are part of a plan.

Competitive

At some point,

being competitive 

became an ugly attribute.

But as I thought about it today,

it depends on how it's used.

Being competitive 

sharpens drive, persistence, determination…

and I don't have to compete with others.

To me, that energy can be used

in more productive ways.

But I can be competitive with myself.

Why?

Because I know my potential,

and when I fall short,

it's not because circumstance

or bad luck.

It just means I can push harder,

focus more, and deliver.

Believe. Love. Be Conscious

All dreams are possible.

The key is to not only give up,

but to allow the time needed

for your dream to be born.

For example,

if you want a baby,

you can't force it

and have it in 3 months….

there is a process,

things have to occur,

things you see and don't.

Be patient because one day,

it will fall into place.

Believe.

Love.

Be conscious.

Open to Love

You may not see it,

but there is a bigger force

playing a role in your life.

Open your mind,

your heart,

your beliefs…

Being open to love.

Love in all forms,

can truly transform your life.

Change Will Occur

Everyday is a new opportunity,

to change what can be better.

Start small, don't try to do everything

all at once.

That's a direct way to disappointment.

Celebrate your accomplishments,

even the small mental ones.

Little by little,

the greater change will occur.

Explore

Your imagination

has infinite possibilites.

Step out of your comfort,

expand your horizons…

enter into the space

of your inner being.

Patterns, behaviors,

emotions and dogma are learned…

there is much more

if you allow yourself to explore.

Feel

How lucky are you,

to be here today?

It's so easy to take life for granted.

Take five minutes,

sit somewhere peaceful 

and look in your heart.

Feel gratitude.

Feel love.

Feel purpose.

Seek to really feel.

Choose Wisely

Situations are not in your control.

What is in your control are your actions.

Choose wisely,

choose with a compassionate heart…

choose while being grounded,

though your choice

may have you chase your wildest dreams.

Anything is possible

with enough consciousness, dedication

but most importantly, persistence.

Remember it Exists

In the midst of confusion,

find your center.

Your balance

will bring clarity,

compassion,

and peace.

Hold onto this energy,

remember it exists.

Truly Rewarding

Best intentions get tried most.

You have to hold onto 

why you're doing,

how you'll do it,

and a desire beyond you.

Goals aren't meant to be easy,

but accomplishing what your heart wants

is truly rewarding.

Four Legged Friend

Sometimes the best way to grow 

is to love something else.

You become more aware of feelings,

purpose, and unconditional love.

It's amazing how a four legged friend,

can change your life.

Choose / Elige

Love.

Peace.

Compassion.

Forgive.

Wisdom.

Kindness.

Choose one today,

choose another tomorrow…

Choose the light.

Amor.

Paz.

Compasión.

Perdon.

Sabiduría.

Amabilidad.

Elige uno hoy,

elige otro mañana…

Elige la luz.

You are Loved

Time is precious.

Every moment

is truly a gift.

Life is very busy for us all….

but take a few moments,

and really see all the beauty

that lies around you.

You are a blessing.

You have a purpose….

you may not always see it,

but it exists.

You are loved.

Randomness

Stay aware of who you are meeting.

Sometimes a random meeting,

is anything but random.

Time is necessary

for the true purpose to reveal itself.

Be patient, be kind, be open….

This moment of randomness

can change your life.

Really Live

Love today, 

as if there were no tomorrow.

Every emotion, 

every thought

is a choice.

Be aware and awake -

give yourself the opportunity,

to really live.

It's a Gift

Life is brilliantly weaved together

by an ocean of emotions.

To feel at peace, one has known chaos…

to feel love, one has felt pain…

to feel joy, one has lost a loved one.

The pendulum swings

and while extremes live on both sides,

it's all part of life.

Accepting all the pieces for what they are,

while finding compassion and understanding

can help us evolve and grow.

It's a gift to be here.

It's a gift to have experienced.

Another Day

When you can't 

make sense of your emotions,

just laugh.

Do something funny,

put a smile on your face,

just don't take yourself too seriously.

Emotions are mental states…

Sometimes you're on,

sometimes you're off.

It's okay, that's life.

Just remember what's important,

and tomorrow is a new day.

Stay Connected

Keep it simple today.

No need for drama,

no need for fights,

no need for ambiguity.

Be clear in your thoughts,

and hold onto this intention.

Stay connected.

Time

Life is full of mysteries.

And while I like to understand why,

sometimes why isn't ready to be revealed.

What has helped me understand 

and accept when certain things have happened is time.

Time allows for perspective.

Time allows for introspection.

Time allows for change if needed.

Time allows to recognize,

when it's time to let go.

Life is such a gift…

an in instant it can be gone.

And while this might sound a bit depressing,

it's truly an insight for deeply appreciating life.

Let Go, Laugh, Live, Love…

this seed was planted three years ago today.

Time has blessed me to understand…

Time has helped me heal.

Such is Life

The transformation has occurred.

But is there more to come?

There has to be...

that's how life works.

With all the highs and lows,

I acknowledge it all.

I don't sugar coat the bad,

and I accept some of the falls,

occurred by my own doing.

Such is life.

The beauty is learning the lesson,

growing and sharing 

any wisdom learned with others.

At the end, wisdom is what's left.

Let a Little

Let a little go,

to let a lot in.

While pain from the past,

does exist…

how long it will linger.

depends on you.

Let a little go,

to allow yourself to grow…

let a little go,

to let the new in.

Enjoy the Now

Be grateful for today.

If you're reading this,

you have sight.

If your alarm woke you,

you can hear.

It might sound simple

and obvious

but the constant motion 

in our days,

can make us forget the simple.

Take a moment,

to find your breath,

and enjoy the now.

More

Another day.

More challenges,

more frustrations,

more feelings of negativity.

Or -

Another day.

More opportunities,

more gratitude,

more feelings of positivity.

Mental awareness,

can shape your day…

how will you chooses

to feel today?

Is it Time?

Milestones in life happen,

because you choose them…

When you have the mental image,

your conscious actions will manifest it.

Nothing happens just because…

there is purpose behind it all.

How deep do you see it,

how much do you understand,

how ready are you to live?

Only you know the answers…

is it time?

LOVE

L Let yourself feel all levels of love.

O Omit negativity and unnecessary drama.

V Validate your conviction with actions.

E Evolve and grow daily.

Happy Valentines Day

Let Go - Laugh - Live - Love

Moments are Captured

If you really believe,
then you let be.

Life unravels.

In the quickness of life,

a pause does exists…

and those moments are captured,

when you are aware.

Time and Energy

A series of small changes

and/or events can develop into

big change with time…

Whatever your goal is,

start off small,

do not get discouraged,

recognize challenges are part of the process.

But stay committed to your vision,

persevere through the ambiguity,

if what you want is real.

It will manifest with time and your energy.

Pawn

I get lost in your sound,

your tone, your presence.

When you're around,

I feel like anything is possible.

Inspiration arises

and taps me on the shoulder…

I listen.

It is your gift,

I am only pawn 

in this game of life.

Feel Gratitude

Life…it happens in between the plans.

There is so much uncertainty,

but daily I recognize,

in all the uncertainty, there is a blessing.

I'm here today...

it's another day to love, appreciate,

share joy in my heart.

While I continue to plan -

planning is in my nature…

I also take breaths in the now

and feel gratitude for it all.

Miss and Love You Always

I didn't know how much I would miss you,

I didn't know until you left.

It doesn't feel fair, and though I write 

how everything happens for a reason,

I can't seem to understand this yet.

Losing you raises so many questions…

the first being, should I even be asking questions?

I gain solace in knowing you are in a much better place,

I gain solace knowing you will look down on us here,

and help shine light on our path…

but I'm sad to not have more days to tell you

how much you meant in my life.

I will miss and love you always.