“the best laid plans… of mice and men, oft go awry.”
I don’t often talk about some of the struggles that go along with leading busy and full lives. I guess I don’t want to complain. And I want this to be a place where I share ideas, inspiration, thoughts – things that push me in a positive direction.
But can I share that this past two months has been the epitome of the above statement? I plan, and work and schedule. But there has been one thing after another lately that just can’t be planned for. Sick children, car break downs, and more.
But you know what? I’m not sad. If anything it has made me appreciate our normally smooth sailing. And the wonderful people that make up our little family unit make life amazing. And the time spent cuddling feverish children? That made me slow down and really think about where I am, and where I want to be. And it’s been good. No, it’s been great. It has made me consciously wake up each day and practice gratefulness, and contentment. And instead of being angry and upset, we’ve cranked up the music and danced.
Because what happens to you isn’t a choice, but how you respond is.
On a business note:
~ I’ve just finished a major project that I needed to turn in. high fives for checking it off the list! {and I think I deserve a little Starbucks treat, too!}
~ My Christmas flair set designs have gone to the manufacturer {another stay at home mom that I love supporting} this week. Woot! That means they should be up in the shop next week. They are filled with hand drawn chalkboard awsomeness that I can’t wait to share.
~ I have some serious time blocked out this week to work on NEW handmade goods. The ideas are swirling, and I so can’t wait to share the things I’ve been concepting! Ack!
I can’t leave today without a little inspiration. In my thinking about, well, everything, I’ve noticed a theme emerge.
I want to be authentic. Me.
As a creative person, one of your biggest assets is authenticity. Lots of other people can come up with an idea – but no one else can do it exactly like you. Guess what, though. It’s not that easy. Authenticity takes courage. Why? Because you’re showing the real you. Not what you think other people might want. You open yourself for criticism and hurt along with the encouragement of others. It good, and tough, and amazing.
One person I really admire for doing that is Kal Barteski. I’ve been following her blog for years. She has a way of writing that’s so authentic and really rings true for me. She shares her triumphs and tough days without being a downer. It’s honest, and true and beautiful. So if you have a free moment, stop by and check out her work.
Happy Friday, happy weekend! Yay!
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