Life in Focus

Today

Today I'm grateful to feel good after a weekend of being sick and in bed. Not fun at all! 

Today I remembered to look up and saw the most beautiful sunrise sky full of reds and pinks.

Today I traded my running shoes for my hiking boots and went out for a brisk 3 mile hike through the fallen leaves.

Today I'm thinking about the holidays that are quickly approaching and getting so excited for a season of celebrating with family and friends, making and sharing good food, and being so grateful for every minute.

Today I'm planning our Thanksgiving menu and can't wait to make (and eat) Aunt Sarah's sweet potato casserole...my favorite!!

Today I'm preparing for new items to be added to the shop.

Today I believe that anything is possible.

Happy Monday! :)

 

Today

Today I'm picking up my camera to search for and focus on the beauty in what is sometimes a world that just doesn't make sense.

Today I'm thinking about Boston and the tragedy at the marathon...and hoping for peace and healing.

Today I'm grateful to see this beautiful sky.

Today my son went back to school after a few yucky days with the flu.

Today I'm hoping that no one else comes down with it!

Today the temperature is supposed to be a sunny 57 degrees which means it's time to open the windows and let in the fresh Spring breeze.

Today I'm dreaming about our outdoor spaces and I'm getting inspired to get out and  play in the dirt, making things beautiful and colorful again.

Today I'm thinking about our college student as he prepares for his finals and I'm so looking forward to having him home for the summer.

Today my sweet Corgi is following me wherever I go and begging for a walk to the park.

Today the grass looks a little greener.

Today I'm finding the beauty and counting my blessings.

Beginnings

Let choice whisper in your ear and love murmur in your heart. Be ready. Here comes life.  

~Maya Angelou      

Today begins a brand new adventure for me and I could not be more excited! After a very long time away from my little blog that I've missed so much, I made the choice to come back. I listened to my heart and in these past months away, I've found a fresh new perspective for a life in focus and I can't wait to share.  If you found your way to this space, welcome! I hope you enjoy your time here as much as I enjoy sharing my stories, inspiration, passion, and heart with you! 

I'm ready! Here comes Life in Focus...

today

I'm headed out to physical therapy for a long, intense session.  I'm working hard every day to get full mobility back to my knee but it seems to be such a slow process and I'm not very patient.  I'm definitely learning to take it one day at a time and celebrate small successes. 

I'm going to surprise the receptionist with this happy little flower, just because I know it will make her smile...and I happen to love giving random, fun surprises to people who least expect it!  The snow here is deep and heavy and we have overcast skies so I'm sure this little cutie will bring sunshine to her day.

I'll be stopping by the scrapbook store on my way home for a dose of inspiration and maybe a little treat for myself too!

Today I hope you find a way to treat yourself, surprise someone else, and have a happy day!

Today

I'm in catch up mode after an extremely busy week of work, kids activities, and everyday life.

I almost completely forgot that I had this little blog space!  Yikes!

I finally got my fridge and pantry stocked and happy that tomorrow's lunch won't be pb&j.

I'm looking at snow but thinking about summer vacation and planning some fun adventures.

I had a nice impromptu lunch and visit with my mom and dad (club sandwich..yum.)

I've crossed almost everything off my to do list but still need to exercise and stretch my knee.

I found out that my new online class with Big Picture will be up and running very soon. Hooray!

I'm getting excited about hearts and chocolate and crafting some fun holiday goodies.

I have over 500 (just printed) photos sitting on my desk inspiring me to tell stories.

I'm  making shrimp and broccoli for dinner.

I need to attend "college night" at the high school and I'm wondering why time must rush by so quickly.

I'm reading and enjoying The Happiness Project.

I'm glad that you stopped by. :)

today

I'm listening to a sweet little bird chirp a beautiful song outside my window.

the sun is trying hard to peek through the clouds.

I'm finding inspiration everywhere.

I'm planning birthday surprises.

my house is a well loved and lived in mess.

I'm pushing through the pain of physical therapy.

my puppy is following me wherever I go.

I'm longing for a hike in the woods.

I'm making salmon for dinner.

I need to go to the grocery store.

it feels so good to walk without a brace.

I'm taking a deep breath.

I'm grateful for this ordinary day.

Today

I am...

enjoying some quiet time to organize and plan.

setting up my studio for a handmade holiday.

making lots of lists.

cooking a big pot of turkey rice soup.

creating my December Daily book.

folding a ton of laundry.

waiting to find out if I need surgery on my knee.

listening to some of my favorite Christmas music.

delighted with the gift that I just finished for my niece.

working on my newest class for BPS, The Mirror Project.

looking at our decorated tree twinkling in the light.

ready for the fun and tradition that this season brings.

I'll be back tomorrow to share my December Daily project. Until then, have a happy Monday!