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So Grateful

26 Thursday Nov 2020

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I am grateful for so many things. I have the best family and friends, a warm cozy home, an amazing little boy, and my health. Proof that I have been very lucky in this lifetime.

My career choice hasn’t always been easy but I was determined to do what I love and I’m doing it. Art and design is literally in my DNA and there is nothing else I could do with as much confidence and pride. I am thankful to still have Olive by my side and the memories of my sweet Jenny, which I will hold on to forever. She was truly a blessing in my life. And I continue to appreciate Mother Earth for all she shares and teaches me. Nature will always be a part of my soul.

These past few years have been pretty significant and many realizations have come to the surface. Growth is an understatement. I look forward to exciting opportunities, new friendships, and positive change as this year unfolds into another. The shift within me is truly guiding me as it should.

I wish you all a Happy Thanksgiving and send love to each and every one of you. Enjoy the holiday as best you can.

Blossom

24 Tuesday Nov 2020

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Everyone blossoms at their own pace. I hope that you all have had the space to blossom this year. I certainly have.

As we head into the holiday I think of all the things I’m grateful for and feel very lucky to be here. And even though this year has been a crazy one it has shown me so many things, both good and bad. I take what I learn and move forward. There is no other direction to go.

I continue to be open minded, kind, and curious – which has always helped my journey in a positive way. I am not one to follow, never was. And I’m determined to create the life I want. I would say that’s an awesome recipe for success and happiness.

Allow yourself to be open to the ever changing rhythm of life and never force adaptation. Live with intention and know your boundaries. The act of blossoming is an organic process, it happens when you surround yourself with high vibes and good energy. So rise up if you’re feeling like you need a boost. Take control and steer yourself in the direction that is best for you, one step at a time. And you will see how life unfolds.

Grieving

02 Monday Nov 2020

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Today we would have been celebrating another year Jenny was with us. But instead I’m sitting here missing the hell out of her. I think of my sweet girl and talk to her everyday. When I get to see her in my dreams it’s a blessing. I still can’t even talk about her without crying. And as crazy as it seems I am still waiting for her to come back to me. I just can’t let go. And honestly, I don’t think I ever will. Jenny will always have a piece of my heart and forever be attached to my soul. We are kindred, for life. And I will be here when it’s our time to be together again.

Halloween 2020

31 Saturday Oct 2020

Posted by melissaoconnor in Homeschool/Nature Study, life

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Halloween 2020 was a fun filled day.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

  • we read Pumpkin Heads! By Wendell Minor in the morning
  • chilled out and had some lunch
  • explored our neighborhood a bit while trick or treating
  • came home to rest and read Stumpkin by Lucy Ruth Cummins
  • snacked on some candy
  • has dinner and played
  • read Halloween Is… by Gail Gibbons at bedtime and learned all about its history

I was really happy to get in more pumpkin inspired books for our nature study while celebrating the holiday, all from our library. Hope you all had a great Halloween.

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