“Not every weekend needs to be a grand adventure or a massive bonfire bash, and that's perfectly okay. Some are meant to be quiet, still, leaving plenty of room for deep thoughts. And within that contemplation space, there's ample opportunity for personal growth.”—Morgan Harper Nichols I'm going to let this quote speak for itself. It's … Continue reading Day #192 in A Year of Positivity
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Day #192 in A Year of Thanks
Day #192 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful I've wrapped up Chapter Three of the RTC prequel and sequel. I've been eager to hit the publish button on Chapter Three of Keeper of the King for over a week, though Chapter Three of Song of My Heart wasn't anywhere near ready yet. I was … Continue reading Day #192 in A Year of Thanks
Day #191 in A Year of Thanks
Day #191 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful this day is just about over. It's been one of those days where it started out fine, but then towards the end of the day, every little thing is a nuisance. It's frustrating, but I think it's just because I'm tired. So, I'm thankful that my … Continue reading Day #191 in A Year of Thanks
Day #191 in A Year of Positivity
“You can't control how other people receive your energy. Anything you do or say gets filtered through the lens of whatever personal stuff they are going through at the moment. Which is not about you. Just keep doing your thing with as much love and integrity as possible.”—Nanca Hoffman I've actually had people tell me … Continue reading Day #191 in A Year of Positivity
Day #190 in A Year of Positivity
“I don't encourage false positivity. Be sad when you're sad. Cry if you must. Be angry if you are. Let it out. Then let it go. Honor your emotions, but always choose to dwell on the positive ones.”—Charity Delmo I'm the suffer in silence type, because I don't want to burden others with my problems … Continue reading Day #190 in A Year of Positivity
Day #190 in A Year of Thanks
Day #190 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for a few writer groups I'm a part of online. Earlier today, I removed the Instagram and Snapchat apps from my phone, and I also considered deleting the Facebook app. However, I changed my mind. Later, I went on Facebook to see what was happening in … Continue reading Day #190 in A Year of Thanks
Day #189 in A Year of Positivity
“Don't let a bad day trick you into thinking you have a bad life.”—Allie Newman Not a single one of us will escape this life without having a few bad days here and there, maybe even a bad season or two. I know I’ve experienced bad days and bad seasons in finances, romance, health, career, … Continue reading Day #189 in A Year of Positivity
Day #189 in A Year of Thanks
Day #189 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for my Pura diffuser and its sandalwood vanilla scent. I'm addicted to woodsy scents, such as cedarwood, Oakwood, and sandalwood, as well as amber, vanilla, and other musky notes. They're just so relaxing to me, especially when they're blended together perfectly. Pura has a sandalwood vanilla … Continue reading Day #189 in A Year of Thanks
Day #188 in A Year of Positivity
“Note to self: I am enough. I am worthy. I am capable.”—Unknown "I am" statements are pretty powerful because of their impact on our way of thinking and the actions we take as a result. You don't have to use the example I provided for today's quote. However, incorporating three or a few extra positive … Continue reading Day #188 in A Year of Positivity
Day #188 in A Year of Thanks
Day #188 in A Year of Thanks: I'm thankful for blueberry pancakes and Maple Grove Farm red raspberry syrup. I love, love, love pancakes made with blueberries in the mix. The blueberry crops this year at Bobwhite's are so much more delicious than I expected. Additionally, Maple Grove Farm has a red raspberry syrup that … Continue reading Day #188 in A Year of Thanks
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