So, what to do when I sit down to write a blog and nothing comes? Eric wisely advised me to write about that. Ah, process.
Well, I’ve thought about ignoring how I feel and writing a post about something else, but it doesn’t seem honest. My purpose in writing this blog is to share the perspective of someone who doesn’t have it all together, who’s learning and working it out as she goes. That is certainly the honest truth! And all of us have days that knock us out of circulation. Maybe over the next week I’ll be able to share ideas about how to get back in the swing of things when life throws you a curve ball. In the meantime, maybe you can share whatever you have to share on the subject, and we can all heal a little bit.
I’ve thought about offering you some links to other blogs or articles that have piqued my interest this week, and actually, if you click on “Tumblr” in the header of this page you’ll find my new Tumblr page, where I’m gathering internet writings that inspire me.
I’ve also thought about reminding you that my first giveaway is still open until tomorrow night, Sunday April 3rd at midnight Pacific time. If you’ve already completed the survey, thank you so much for your feedback; it is so valuable to me and I appreciate you taking the time to do it.
I guess what I want to leave you with today, is gratitude. In the midst of a rough patch, I am always comforted in some measure by counting my many blessings. And those blessings always come down to, not things acquired and amassed, but people and connections and the unconditional love that comes my way when I least expect it. May I accept these people and this love, so that I may be these people and this love for them when they most need it.
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“We think that the point is to pass the test or overcome the problem, but the truth is that things don’t really get solved. They come together and they fall apart. Then they come together again and fall apart again. It’s just like that. The healing comes from letting there be room for all of this to happen: room for grief, for relief, for misery, for joy.” – Pema Chödrön, When Things Fall Apart
Thinking of you!
Well, you sound like a human being, we all get a little down, a little blue, a little bored, and a little, well, out of sorts sometimes. It’s ok, really, it is. Don’t get too down, something will come up or strike your fancy soon!
Idea for you…can you come up with a simple 3- 5 day meal plan that your readers could try out? Using good ingredients one could get almost anywhere, even the “regular” store, can you design breakfasts, lunches (that can be taken to work), and dinners? I’m too busy to go too far too often (Antelope has nothing in it!)
Amy
Even though I haven’t commented before now, I’ve been chewing on this idea quite a bit. Thank you for suggesting it, and don’t be surprised if I offer just such a meal plan in the near future.
“Promise me you’ll always remember: You’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” Christopher Robin to Pooh and your Mama to you.
I love this post so much and the ending quote. Things break down so new things can enter the play. Endings beget new beginnings. I hope this current disappointment opens up to loving surprises. Perhaps it already has.