Finding Joy in Nature

Over the course of the past few days, I have spent a lot of time in nature. Beach walks, Hiking, Sports, Biking, etc. This time outdoors has led me to truly appreciate something that has been taken for granted by so many people: nature. It’s funny how something so common in the world can bringContinue reading “Finding Joy in Nature”

Joyful Moment #5 – Birthday Vibes

Birthday vibes are in the air! The energy feels new and refreshing, like a fresh start to a new year full of opportunities and positivity. I got one year wiser today. Many people look at that as a negative, but I choose to see it as a positive. Age is a number that doesn’t defineContinue reading “Joyful Moment #5 – Birthday Vibes”

Joyful Moment #4 – Beach Walk with the Family

The other day, I experienced one of the most joyful moments I’ve ever had in the beauty of nature. My family and I started our normal beach walk course, headed for the rocks, where cool crystals and shells were aplenty. My sister got an idea that we should head for a cove which cut rightContinue reading “Joyful Moment #4 – Beach Walk with the Family”

Joyful Moment #3 – Morning Dog Walks

Another joyful moment that I am lucky to experience nearly every morning, is a neighborhood walk with my dog. Watching him walk excitedly to the grass every morning with such enthusiasm puts a smile on my face and helps me start the day with positivity. A walk through nature helps me feel alive and refreshed,Continue reading “Joyful Moment #3 – Morning Dog Walks”

Joyful Moment #2 – Family Doubles

Yesterday, my family and I shared a joyful moment that brought back fun memories and family tradition. For Mother’s day, we let our mom decide what fun activity we should do together and she picked family tennis doubles. It had been a couple years since we had done this (we did it all the timeContinue reading “Joyful Moment #2 – Family Doubles”

Joyful Moment #1 – Fun in the Creek

During a recent trip to Sedona, my family and I (including our dog) had this super fun moment in a creek. This moment brought so much joy to all of us and brought a big smile and lots of laughter to our faces. Our dog, who is normally prone to separation anxiety and cautiousness, jumpedContinue reading “Joyful Moment #1 – Fun in the Creek”

Whispers Of Tradition

Tucked under the covers of the nightThe warmth of our library nook hugs us tightFlipping through pages of poems until the one just rightSomething connects, and our voice shines the light With peace running through the airSuch love in a memory is so rareThe souls of the books weepAs dreams endlessly sleep Poems so delicateContinue reading “Whispers Of Tradition”

New Energy

In life, we are constantly blessed with the gift of new, fresh energy. Receiving this gift can feel refreshing, like waking up from a long nap. Every single day when we wake up, we have a clean slate, another chance to strive for what you want and to reach for your dreams. The previous days’Continue reading “New Energy”

Spring’s Energy

The spring solstice is in two days and with it comes fresh starts, new opportunities and a lot of joyful energy. We will all see the updates in nature from the trees to the flowers blooming and the vibration of spring energy. In that spirit, I have been writing about goals and dreams and IContinue reading “Spring’s Energy”

Staying Positive

Remaining in a positive mind frame can be difficult at times. It’s super important to react positively to life’s hurdles. Sometimes in life we can care a little too much about other people’s happiness before our own. We exude so much energy that we have no positivity and optimism left for ourselves. The people thatContinue reading “Staying Positive”