Leo Tolstoy once said, "The most powerful warriors are patience and time." When I read that quote a part of me wondered, what does that have to do with anything? And then I realized- you and I are chasing our dream. The only tools that are going to allow us to get better at our passion is patience and time.
The task of learning patience allows you to dig deep. You have to figure out how to press on when most people would have given up by now. Patience allows you to have a calm head when pursuing your dream. You are able to find what you need to improve your skill level.
Time is something that must be treasured when chasing your dream. The gift of time allows your budding talent room to grow.
You have a skill that is unlike any other person on this globe. Your dream is going to change lives and all you need is patience and time.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
A bird flew into my back
Today I was going to write a motivational post on obstacles. Oh, I had this
baby all planned out in my head and then I got into a head on collision with a
bird.
No joke, a bird swooped off my balcony as I was getting out of my car. I didn't see the bird and the bird didn't see me. He flew low and then smashed beak first into my back.
The bird recovered and flew off into the sunrise as if nothing happened. Five minutes later, I am sitting here in my condo absolutely baffled. I don't know if this bird was stoned or what? He must've had quite a shock barreling into my back. And then it dawned on me, obstacles happen no matter what species you are and the only way to get through them is too do what that lil bird did- he flew again, no matter what.
No obstacle stood in his way-I vote we learn from that dear bird.
PS- I felt so horrible for the lil bird I went out and bought a huge bag of bird seed. The birds are eating good tonight!
No joke, a bird swooped off my balcony as I was getting out of my car. I didn't see the bird and the bird didn't see me. He flew low and then smashed beak first into my back.
The bird recovered and flew off into the sunrise as if nothing happened. Five minutes later, I am sitting here in my condo absolutely baffled. I don't know if this bird was stoned or what? He must've had quite a shock barreling into my back. And then it dawned on me, obstacles happen no matter what species you are and the only way to get through them is too do what that lil bird did- he flew again, no matter what.
No obstacle stood in his way-I vote we learn from that dear bird.
PS- I felt so horrible for the lil bird I went out and bought a huge bag of bird seed. The birds are eating good tonight!
Monday, May 21, 2012
Maegan is on Barsoom!
Hi all!
So, I don't know if you've noticed, but Maegan has a slight crush on Barsoom and all things John Carter. Well, it so happens that she is on Barsoom right now! Or at least Disney's stand-in for it: Goblin Valley in Southern Utah. Where I've seen from her Facebook page that she also took in yesterday's solar eclipse. Cool, yeah?
I don't know if our dear Maeg is back yet, but judging by the echo-y-ness of her spot on our blog today, I'd say she's not. So I thought I'd pop in and let y'all know whattup. I think we will require her to report and share pictures when she gets back. You with me on that?
In the meantime, thank you so much for reading and supporting our non-linear minds. You make our days brighter. I hope we can return the favor! Cheers!
I don't know if our dear Maeg is back yet, but judging by the echo-y-ness of her spot on our blog today, I'd say she's not. So I thought I'd pop in and let y'all know whattup. I think we will require her to report and share pictures when she gets back. You with me on that?
In the meantime, thank you so much for reading and supporting our non-linear minds. You make our days brighter. I hope we can return the favor! Cheers!
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
I fell into a lake while on a date
It's a proven fact nature and I just don't mix. Squirrels attack me, birds
poop on me and I always seem to fall into something. This weekend I went
golfing and made an absolute fool of myself on a date. Sure, I wore my cute lil
black skirt with an argyle hoodie but I also slipped on a rock and fell into a
large pool of water.
Okay, here's the details, friends. My date was trying to go for a birdie (whatever that means) while I was running away from an ornery goose. I swear this goose had it in for me. He was hissing and arching his head back while I ran over the tiny hill for safety. And that's when I slipped on a rock and careened into the water.
It was bad enough that I had a gash on my arm but then I had to emerge from the water covered in mud and soaked like no other.
My date didn't finish his work on hole nine. No, he came looking for me-the swamp monster herself. The instant he laid his eyes on me, I knew we were in for a defining moment. The hott date with hair longer than mine could've easily made me feel embarrassed or said a wise crack to tear me down but he didn't. No, he simply smiled. His dimples were divine as he laughed hard, so hard that tears were rolling down his cheeks.
He took off his shoes and waded his feet. He then scooped up a heap of mud and coated his arms with the mud. All the while, he smiled down at me and said, "Guess we're in this adventure together."
He took my hand, helped me out of the water and we drove in our cart to the clubhouse to clean off. The air whipped around my face as I realized my date coated his skin in mud so I wouldn't feel like an idiot when I walked into the clubhouse looking horrid.
Sometimes, life is going to give you an embarrassing moment and other times, people are going to surprise you and do something kind. And if you're lucky, you'll get both wrapped up into one delish moment.
PS- Check out the view we had on one of our last holes while golfing. Stunning, huh?
Okay, here's the details, friends. My date was trying to go for a birdie (whatever that means) while I was running away from an ornery goose. I swear this goose had it in for me. He was hissing and arching his head back while I ran over the tiny hill for safety. And that's when I slipped on a rock and careened into the water.
It was bad enough that I had a gash on my arm but then I had to emerge from the water covered in mud and soaked like no other.
My date didn't finish his work on hole nine. No, he came looking for me-the swamp monster herself. The instant he laid his eyes on me, I knew we were in for a defining moment. The hott date with hair longer than mine could've easily made me feel embarrassed or said a wise crack to tear me down but he didn't. No, he simply smiled. His dimples were divine as he laughed hard, so hard that tears were rolling down his cheeks.
He took off his shoes and waded his feet. He then scooped up a heap of mud and coated his arms with the mud. All the while, he smiled down at me and said, "Guess we're in this adventure together."
He took my hand, helped me out of the water and we drove in our cart to the clubhouse to clean off. The air whipped around my face as I realized my date coated his skin in mud so I wouldn't feel like an idiot when I walked into the clubhouse looking horrid.
Sometimes, life is going to give you an embarrassing moment and other times, people are going to surprise you and do something kind. And if you're lucky, you'll get both wrapped up into one delish moment.
PS- Check out the view we had on one of our last holes while golfing. Stunning, huh?
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
Train like an athlete for your dream
I love this time of year because it's sports all the way. First there's my beloved Wimbledon and the Tour de France, not to mention the Olympics. Athletes endure hours of training a day. You are no different than an athlete because you train.
According to Dominique Moceanu (Olympic gymnast), training is all about trying something new. She said it best in her book, "It's why you go to the gym . . . to explore possibilities." Granted your dream might not require a gym (in my case, that's a blessing-can you imagine me on a balance beam?) but you get the point.
Whether you’re a writer, painter, dancer or whatever, your dream requires you to train. Take chances, explore new worlds and have courage. You are on the road to your dream. It’s a bumpy and thrilling ride. One minute you can be frustrated as all get up and the next you can flying high over a new achievement.
Train like no other and know this, my friend, your dream is gonna change lives.
According to Dominique Moceanu (Olympic gymnast), training is all about trying something new. She said it best in her book, "It's why you go to the gym . . . to explore possibilities." Granted your dream might not require a gym (in my case, that's a blessing-can you imagine me on a balance beam?) but you get the point.
Whether you’re a writer, painter, dancer or whatever, your dream requires you to train. Take chances, explore new worlds and have courage. You are on the road to your dream. It’s a bumpy and thrilling ride. One minute you can be frustrated as all get up and the next you can flying high over a new achievement.
Train like no other and know this, my friend, your dream is gonna change lives.
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Embrace the Pressure
According to Tennis magazine if you're going to be the best at your chosen
field you are going to have to embrace the pressure. The article also states
that pressure is just another word for responsibility.
Let's face it, athletes battle each and every day with the pressure to achieve their dream. A few years ago, an American athlete named John Isner played an 11 hour match against a French player named Nicolas Mahut. Would you battle 11 hours for your dream?
We have to embrace the pressure and carry on. For example, I'm a hood girl, I come from nothing. My pressure is the fact that I know my family needs me to continue striving for this dream. I have to accept that pressure or let them down. What is your pressure? The responsibility on your shoulders that just won't let you quit.
Tennis magazine said it best, "Look in the mirror and say, I ...am...better...than...this... and actually do something about it."
Let's face it, athletes battle each and every day with the pressure to achieve their dream. A few years ago, an American athlete named John Isner played an 11 hour match against a French player named Nicolas Mahut. Would you battle 11 hours for your dream?
We have to embrace the pressure and carry on. For example, I'm a hood girl, I come from nothing. My pressure is the fact that I know my family needs me to continue striving for this dream. I have to accept that pressure or let them down. What is your pressure? The responsibility on your shoulders that just won't let you quit.
Tennis magazine said it best, "Look in the mirror and say, I ...am...better...than...this... and actually do something about it."
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