...December
12.1.16
My goodness, judging from all the blogs and IG feeds I've visited today, December really snuck up on everyone. I got that same vibe as I was out and about today.
It wasn't so fa la la-ing and more like bah hum-bugish.
I wonder if people are still distressed about the November election?
I know I woke up early today troubled about a few things myself. Those worries always seem bigger than life and made worse in the wee, dark hours. It was too early for the paper, so I made my coffee & sat in the quite reading e-mails. How perfect to see Michelle's December notes in my mailbox. If you ever need to get calm and return to center, think about signing up for Michelle's emails. Her tender words have a way of soothing me. She also offers wonderful workshops that really get you to reflect on the simple, tiny, everyday moments.(and some big moments too)
I for one get easily caught up in the day's routine, so her emails are an important reminder to sit back, breathe and "simply begin." Michelle is big on making lists~as big or as small as you need them to be. I wish I could say it makes all the disquiet disappear, but maybe, somehow seeing all the "BIG" worries down on paper makes them...well...not so big. It also helps to envision what you want your day, month, or year...etc to look like. So for this holiday season, I'm going to journal, make lists, draw, paint, take pictures, and take care to control me and my day and not the other way around.
How do you deal with holiday stress or stress in general? I'd love to hear from you.
Happy (candy cane) snapping!
xo
Kelly
Sharing over at Tamar's today
Lists are my saving grace!!
ReplyDeleteI love this picture, so festive!
They are ever increasing my saving grace too Tamar ~ thank you
DeleteI love the image
ReplyDeleteThank you Carol
Deleteyou won't think me silly if I tell you that I'm teary after reading this, will you?!
ReplyDeleteit's people like you who spur me to keep going with my work. you are a ripple, my dear, in this crazy and beautiful world.
thankyouthankyouthankyou.
wishing you peace and much creative play...
I won't think you silly at all! Xo
DeleteHi Kelly! I am loving the bokeh in your candy cane image, so beautiful! It really is December isn't it? How did that happen? My side of the family has Christmas at Thanksgiving when we all get together, Thankmas. :) So half of my Christmas shopping is finished before Thanksgiving, and I believe my stress level is probably half of the normal person. I do make a lot of to-do lists to keep everything straight. I really enjoy Michelle GD's emails too. I actually first found her blog because you mentioned her in one of your post. :)
ReplyDeleteIt really is December my friend! I love that you celebrate "Thankmas" and how great that you're 1/2 way through your Christmas shopping! It makes me so happy to hear that receive Michelle's emails. Thank you
DeleteI think it has been a tough year in some many ways maybe that makes it harder for people to find some festive spirit
ReplyDeleteMollyxxx
I'd have to agree with Molly.
DeleteTamar ~ such a beautiful and creative photo!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a delightful weekend ~ ^_^
I'll admit, the election results still have me in my feelings. I'm not anxious or fearful, just disappointed that people heard his words and saw his actions and they weren't deal breakers.
ReplyDeleteI've tried making lists and working from a planner but I get overwhelmed. Of course, free wheeling it means that I leave stuff off the to-do list. Maybe I do need to center and figure out another way to get through this crazy life.
I'm wishing you and yours lots of love and peace.xoxo
I hope you find a method that works for you Daenel. Xo
DeleteSounds like a lovely practice ... I'm tempted to join next time xo
ReplyDeleteI've become a "list maker". It keeps me focused and is a big help when those senior moments hit me.
ReplyDeleteI hear you about the elections. I was so dang torn. Neither candidate made me comfortable. But lo and behold our president was chosen. Sometimes when I hear on the news "President elect Donald Trump" I find myself gasping and breaking out in a sweat. Anyway, love love love this shot of the candy cane. **hugs**
Each year I get more and more excited about my morning journaling and could not imagine life without it. How did I survive before?!
ReplyDeleteIt makes you wonder
DeleteA lovely post, Kelly...I too get the notes from Michelle and her lovely way of expressing herself. I hope the holidays finds peace and joy for you. Love the photo!! (PS I might have to copy)
ReplyDeleteWhy hello Deanna! Copy away! It's the highest form of flattery!
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