i love happy is…
playing…
running…
crying…
walking…
reflecting…
being…
sailing…
swimming…
and loving and celebrating the joy of being together.
We just returned from a wonderful family vacation in Destin, Florida (thanks mom!). I can still hear the ocean waves and feel the soft sand between my toes. This trip was really restorative and it reminded me that even as I continue practicing letting go and slowing down – I still do too much! So I’m really embracing the energy of summer by making big shifts. I heard the term “over-responsible” the other day and I thought…ah…that’s what I do. Without thinking twice, I’ll take on more and overextend because I’ve trained myself to be “over-responsible.” The great thing about going on vacation is it throws you off your daily routine and helps you see things in a new way. I loved having less to do and I could see when I returned home I had two choices….to hop right back into my “old ways” or choose a new way.
This new way, the going-with-the-flow-letting-go-of-perfect-making-more-messes-and-doing-less way, is feeling really, really nice. And I can see how it’s changing my life.
Your Personal Reflection:
Are you in need of a shift in perspective, a change in your routine, or a reminder to go with the flow? Let go of your resistance today and celebrate the joy and happy you see!
We stayed on the other side of the Bay when we visited Florida but took a boat out into the bay and saw dolphins too! So glad you had a wonderful time and lots of time to breathe.
Lynnette,
Wasn’t seeing the dolphins so much fun? They are now my favorite animal. SO full of joy!! Glad to know your family had enjoyed a trip in Florida, too.
Vacation is such a great time to feel the flow that we want to take our lives on. I am getting really close to needing that quiet time to reflect on the ways that our life is moving, and if it fulfilling and creating the happiness we crave. Thanks for the beautiful reminder, and so glad that you had a nice trip.
Heather,
Wishing you that quiet time you need. Our lives are changing and shifting in many ways – especially this year it seems. Sending you hugs and peace…
oh my, that looks stunning – can I come next time? 🙂
I definitely go through the same thing as you. right now it’s about stopping and slowing down but that’s hard when I have the end of my MA looming, but when it’s over it’s going to be big overhaul time! (again!)
My personal reflection right now is to monitor my thoughts about it all as that’s what’s creating my reality too, so I’ve just bought Cosmic Ordering Service and the 21 Rules too – can’t wait to get stuck in after I’ve been reading the beginners guide.
Hope your life flows nicely back in to the routine – take care my friend.
Amelia.x
i love all these little moments!
your pictures are stunning. you can feel the love through them. what beautiful family vacation.