Tag: Joy
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Gratitude in Everyday Life: November Tankafuls
Here are the last Tankafuls for the month of November. Nov 22nd Ding-dong-ding – doorbell Unexpected so early Saturday morning Gorgeous Thanksgiving flowers Grateful love spans long distance Nov 23rd Is it good enough?? Imposter syndrome runs wild Sharing art is risky- Grateful for encouragers Support in pursuit of dream Nov 24th Picture made for…
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Joys of July (So far…)
I have been soaking up summer over the past 2 weeks. Here are 2 poems that capture a few moments of joy in July so far. In the Lavender Fields was inspired while doing yoga in the rows between lavender plants. It was a beautiful, peaceful experience. I hope my words capture that calmness so…
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Simply Being Outside Boosts My Soul
I came to you depleted drained. I rest in your presence mindful open. Your gentle warm breezes caringly brush my bangs to the side, Your warming sunbeams lovingly kiss my forehead, Your singing birds tenderly encourage my soul. I rest in your presence healed restored. I leave you filled fresh. On Saturday morning, I woke…
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Spring Blossoms: A Joyful Park Visit
One side of the hill chirping Answered in song from the other side, positive energy of a Spring evening. White Magnolia buds popped to blooms Bookended by pale pink plum blossoms like fairy crowns worn across reaching branches goldened by the sun. Singular Weeping Cherry demands attention from center point, cascading flowers arching to tickle…
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Living as a Writer – SOLC Day 31
For 31 days, I lived the life of a writer. My eyes open catching moments of inspiration throughout my day, my brain scheduling time to write each and every day, my fingers tapping letters and creating slices of various lengths and forms, my eyes reading through posts noticing inspiration and ways to improve my craft,…
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How Old Are You? Take a Guess – SOLC Day 28
So I was walking with three 2nd graders down the hall and one of them happened to be turning 8 today. I wished her a happy birthday. Then this conversation followed… Student 1: How old are you Mrs. Hutter? Me: Oh, I’ll tell you if you can guess it. Student 1: Are you 60? Me:…
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March’s Last Flakes???-SOLC Day 27
Could it be the final silent accumulation providing an awakening surprise? Could it be the final dusting of rooftops all around the neighborhood? Could it be the final abstract painting of chaotic tiny footprints across my deck? Could it be the final collection of white fluffiness next to red berries on the holly bush? Could…
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Embracing Playfulness: Unlocking Joy- SOLC Day 23
Glittery rainbow coloring my mature cheek reignites youthful feeling, energized joy! I was at a fundraising event on Saturday morning. In one corner, there was a face painting station all set up. The colorful palette of paints as well as the small gold, silver, and pink glittery containers caught my eye as I walked by.…
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Feeling Like a Child Again- SOLC Day 17
Do you remember that feeling of walking into a Scholastic Book Fair as a child- the excitement, the “I want it all!”, the awe at the amount of books before you, the wow! Well, I got to experience that again today at the 2nd Annual Book Lovers Bliss Book Fair. It was room after room…
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