Someone shared building empires is NOT about how much you amass, how large your enterprise is, but the people you grow along the way and the legacy that you build.
This discussion on Clubhouse had me reflect on Howard Hausman.
A Lesson From Michael
Interesting a friend gave me a book many years ago and wrote in the forward, “When you are ready to receive the information in this book, it will come to you.” He was correct because during a move many years after the book had been given to me, I opened it and what was in there was content I needed then.
The Tree People -- A Contribution to My Community
One day as I was looking at “my” box, a young man comes up, and initially, I thought he was coming to visit the box-like myself and I stepped back to give him space. He began unpacking his bag and the next thing began providing some finishing touches to the piece. By the way, I thought it was complete but he had some final details he wanted to add. How often have you thought something was complete and yet when you reflect there are some details that if added would make whatever you are doing pop?
2019 This Year Is For You. Building on The Recipe for Your Best Year.
We are each born great. We are born with everything we need to bring our unique gifts to the world. Wyatt, my beautiful nephew is one month old. When I held him he was loving vibrant, inquisitive, and cuddly. He studied me and then I felt his love and compassion pour into me. After a while he realized that he was hungry and communicated this to me. When he had enough he left out a satisfied sigh and relaxed into my arms. Wyatt at a month old demonstrated a sense of appreciation for his place in the world, for his parents, and even to me. I experienced the joy of his being. Greatness for Wyatt was evidenced.
A Recipe For Your Best Year
I received many wonderful new year texts with all kind of sparkled and special effects. Each message brought a smile to my face and gratitude to my heart. However, the message I received from my friend, Marguerite, provided me with new insight on how to master 2019.
Her message said "365 new days, 365 new chances". Those six words packed so much power and touched me profoundly. I never looked at the year and broke it down to such simplicity. Just think knowing and appreciating that each day is a new day and I have the opportunity to not repeat mistakes of yesterday but meet a new day with new opportunities and new accomplishments. The magic of the six words is the fact that there are 365 NEW chances. Yesterday I made excuses not to work out. Today was a new day and I have a new chance. I walked to the gym and did a mat Pilates class. Yesterday I procrastinated and spent the day snacking and watching parade floats. Today, new day and new chance so I sat down to write this blog and prepare myself for the joy that I will experience in being open to each new day in 2019. What a treat!
I charge you to appreciate the gift of receiving 365 new days and 365 new chances. What will you do differently? To climb a mountain you focus on one step at a time and before long you are at the top of the mountain. So for the big and lofty goals you are desiring, don't become overwhelmed by the goal but look at the recipe of 365 new days and 365 new chances. Break it down to what is one thing you can do with your new day to move you closer to the goal and know that each new day brings a new chance. Inch by inch, step by step, day by day and Voila you have manifested your mountain of dreams.
Remember you have 365 new days and 365 new chances. You can make a lot happen with this easy recipe. One additional ingredient to have a great year is to share this recipe with others. The more generous you are in sharing, the more doors of opportunity open for you.
If you follow the recipe --365 new days and 365 new chances, you will have the best year ever.
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Happy 2019
Thanksgiving: It's More Than What We Eat
When I think of Thanksgiving, I think of piling my plate like a mountain of pure delight, and then enjoying every bite. There are certain must haves. One year I went to my friend’s dinner and I noticed there was no cranberry sauce after everything had been set on the buffet table. She announced dinner will be served in 10 minutes. I took that as a cue to run to the closest store and get some cranberry sauce. How can you have Thanksgiving dinner without cranberry sauce? I found a mom and pop store. There was no cranberry relish but they had what had been a staple of my childhood Thanksgiving dinners and that was cans of Ocean spray cranberry sauce. I purchased a few cans and return to the dinner just as everyone was being seated. I might add Ocean Spray did not disappoint and now every year I have both canned and fresh cranberry relish.
This year as I am prepping for my family and friends, I realize how blessed I am. The following thoughts of gratitude floated through my head -- Having family and friends who are coming to my house and the joy that we will all be feasting together. I have a home to welcome others to share Thanksgiving with me. I have the pleasure and honor of cooking. I have a husband and sons who will take charge of the cleanup. (That is no easy feat especially since I am not the neatest chef.) I enjoy having my house filled with conversation, laughter and good spirit. I am in good health! These are just a few thoughts that have to do with how I am feeling about Thanksgiving and not all of the other areas of my life that I am grateful for. What a gift to know that there is so much to appreciate
Reflecting on all that I have experienced since last Thanksgiving gave me the opportunity to appreciate the fullness of my life. I was not aware or appreciative until I took the time to reflect. What revelations surfaced. Hint to all who are reading this. Take some time and review your life since last Thanksgiving. What are you thankful for? What have you taken for granted? Surprising what you uncover and see how much you have manifested.
A dear friend who has had Thanksgiving dinner with me for many years will not be here this year. She flies in from Chicago on Thanksgiving every year, stops at the store to get champagne and walks in the door announcing that Thanksgiving has officially started, pops the cork and begins pouring and then offers a toast. She tried to hold on and told me she would be here but it was time for her departure. I know that her spirit will be with us especially when we open the champagne and announce that the celebration has begun.
However , Thanksgiving is more than earing. It is about sharing and giving thanks for making it to this point in our lives. My 3year old granddaughter provided me with an illustration. Her preschool had a Thanksgiving pageant and feast. For the pageant he cast consisted of Pilgrims and Native Americans including a Chef. My granddaughter was a Pilgrim. The performance ended with a song that they all sang together. The Pilgrims were all in the front line and the Native Americans were lined up behind. My granddaughter stood in the front line with the other Pilgrims. Half way through the song, she turned around and saw all the Native Americans lined up behind. She left her spot in the front and got in line with the Native Americans and took the hand of the Native American on her right and on her left. It was as though she was opposed to the separation and wanted to unite both groups. How at such a young age did she learn the lesson of bridging cultures. Her instincts led her to embrace the Native Americans and show love by holding their hands. The message that we are all together is what she brought. She embraced the spirit of Thanksgiving.
On this Thanksgiving, give love and gratitude. Interesting that the Holiday is about giving thanks and a meal is the centerpiece of our thankfulness.
Thank you to the Native Americans who shared the food of the land with the Pilgrims and hundreds of years later we are still celebrating with turkey, corn, cranberries, and other foods that were introduced to us by the Native Americans
Happy Thanksgiving!