Serenity

Nothing compares to sitting outside on a beautiful evening with perfect weather listening to a favorite song and drinking a cup of hot tea. I was just sitting here perusing the net, sipping my tea, thinking something was missing. Suddenly it occurred to me; music. Ah, music.....food for the soul.

My newest music obsession: Birdy. The girl is only 15 years old and she is already an amazing music artist. I just ordered another new cd the other day, so I'll be anxiously awaiting its arrival this week. The new cd is by Fun. Yes, Fun. That is their name. If you haven't heard of them do a Youtube search to watch some of their videos. I especially love the acoustic one done with Janelle Monae.

Watching that video the other day I was impressed with the notion that some people go through life being afraid to be who they really are. Others still embrace their unique talents and qualities and become. Yes, become. I want to be that; always becoming. Becoming who I am. Becoming true to myself. Becoming who I was created to be. Some days I really suck at it. Other days I feel that I excel. Perhaps I'll spend my life searching for a healthy balance of the two. Honestly, the balance probably lies in not being so hard on myself and giving myself more credit than I presently do. I'm working on it.

How you ask? Well, a lot of personal inventory I suppose. A heaping dose of positive self-talk. Surrounding myself with true friends. A splash of inspiring quotes adorning my walls, computer, and wrist. Crafting. Lots of crafting. Commitment to goals. Willingness to embrace change. Long hot baths. Steaming cups of tea. Early morning or late night runs with my ipod. Quiet time. Visits to the park with the kids. Staring down my fears. Prayer. Surrender.

It feels good to be alive. So many days pass without my living with intention; just being caught up in the chaos of the day. Today I welcome the time to be still. Today I am grateful. Today I have become.