Negative Nelly

Sometimes I am a negative nelly. Right now is one of those times. The thing is, I like to be busy and when I am not busy I sit around thinking of everything I am doing wrong and all the things I covet, that I don't have. In reality, I know life is good. But today I day dream about leaving town and trying something new. Tomorrow is a new day however, and I will still be here. Hopefully with a more positive outlook and appreciation for what I have.

The Universe is rewarding me

Call me crazy but I actually believe the universe is rewarding me. I have been working really hard at being a good wife, mother, sister, daughter, friend, business owner, artist, pet owner and member of my community. I can't say that I am hauling arse at all of it but I am making a concerted effort each day and am doing my best to be my best. I think the universe is giving me a pat on the back. Life is pretty good right now. In fact I have few complaints! My family is healthy and happy. We are having loads of fun! My horse is behaving and giving me great rides. My business just had one of it's best weeks ever and I love my little store! The charity I am helping with is making headway. All in all there is a smile on my face :) I took a yoga class last night for the first time in weeks and it was wonderful! I have a full day workshop tomorrow of yoga and meditation and then again on Monday. Blessed? Yes, I am.

Perplexing conversations with strangers...

Today a lady came into the shop. She commented several times on how "quaint" it all was and showed a genuine interest in what I did. She spent some time asking about the different things I carry and then she started to share stories about people she knows who are artistic. It was then that she recalled a person who she used to live above in an apartment building. Apparently this lady was Indian and quite a talented artist. What struck me as unusual was how she worded it. She said to me "this girl was Indian and you couldn't tell she had any talent at all by looking at her." This comment got my back up at first but I decided to let it slide as it may not have come out right and I didn't want to embarrass the woman. It did make me think though. What does race have to do with creativity and what exactly does talent look like? hmmm

Life Changes

Have you ever yearned to just shake things up in life? I am not at all unhappy with my life. I love my little family, my fur babies, my wee house and my little business. That being said...I spend a considerable amount of time daydreaming about taking a leap and changing my life. Today I am dreaming of living in one of those little efficiency homes that you see links for all over facebook. They are kind of awesome! They force you to have less stuff. Less shit in your life. Less junk. Sounds kind of appealing.

This gorgeous little house is 288 square feet. I just love it. It wouldn't be fair for Piper because kids like stuff. I would love it as my own little getaway though. I truly would. Now back to daydreaming for me...