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On wanders along the shore line I have lately found myself stopping, stooping and retrieving tiny fragments of sea glass. Those mellow hued pieces of wave and sand battered glass worn smooth with time and much attention. Each piece unique and weathered in a completely organic way; chipping, smoothing, crumbling at its weakest points, holding fast in its areas of strength. Giving in to the natural ebb and flow of the tide and all its tumultuous, wonderful rhythms.
I sat down the other day with hot lavender tea beside me, fresh notebook unblemished by pen or smudge or crease and a head full of promise; of resolve. I paused. Each year there have been endless lists of goals and stratagems. Inventories of my flaws and foibles and steadfast pledges and "how to's" to banish them from my being. Most years I've fallen incredibly short.
This year I am embracing a new philosophy for growth. Ebb and flow. To ride this life and its ever changing currents. To be open to what challenges the universe sends me and to reflect upon these at that time. To soften and smooth when stubbornness grips, to be rigid when fear arises....to let the waves and sand of my existence shape me where, when and how I need it most.
Of course there is a list of things I want to do and see this year such as to master bread making, to write more...to read more, reignite my love of aromatherapy and sew more clothes just for me but as far as emotional expansion...I'm leaving that in the hands of the universe. I can not predict what life will throw at me in 2013 or the years to come but with an open heart and mind I am ready to develop myself, to grow in the most natural of states. To be mindful of and surrender to the ebb and flow.
Wishing you the most marvellous of years. Life is grand!
Steph x
Such a sensible and wise sentiment Steph. Best wishes for your little family this year. mel x
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful way of thinking, thank you so much for sharing. Happy New Year to you and your family!
ReplyDeletewhat a wonderful philosophy! i love the idea of surrendering yourself to the year, to what it has in store for you and what challenges you are given.
ReplyDeletebeautifully written! also, i too have mastering the art of bread making and writing more on my list ;) it carried over from last year's list.
this is beautiful steph, i have this deep nervousness about what may be around the corner, but all you can do is go with it, right? have a sweet day :)sarah
ReplyDeleteI propose that we look at our flaws as "endearing quirks" from here on in... I like your attitude Steph, it's gentle. May the Universe be kind to you in 2013 x
ReplyDeleteEbb and flow was a big one for me in 2012, hoping to carry on the theme to 2013 as well... such a great reminder. Can't wait to see all the wonderful things you're up to this year xo
ReplyDeletewonderful sentiments for the new year steph! I'm just at that moment when I want to write down a few "goals' for this year too, but am weary I'll end up making more a to do list, rather than create an emotional journey. Wonderous moments and life's ebbs and flows will no doubt fill your 2013 will imagination and your positive, creative and amazing spirit will see the beauty in it all - happy new year gorgeous one x
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year lovely. I am looking at this year as a blessing. Another year with my little man before he starts school (I was not really ready to let him go anyway) There are a few things that I would like to achieve and do this year. But I am going with the flow.
ReplyDeleteWhen i lived on the coast beach walks always invloved walking looking down searching for more sea glass to add to the collection.
ReplyDeleteTrying here to go with the flo. and always have a plan b for if things do not always go as planned.
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A very happy new year to you gorgeous lady, and your beautiful family.
ReplyDeleteI love the sea glass, I always collect it too.
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I have been struggling with my emotions around writing some resolutions for this year but couldn't quite figure out why... your words are exactly what I wasn't able to articulate or realise. I think I might just write a short 'to do' list of things I'd like to make and create, and leave the emotional journey to unfold all by itself. Thank you for sharing x
ReplyDeleteI think this is one of your most beautifully written posts Steph - such wise words. Beautiful. I hope 2013 is a wonderful year for you and your loved ones xx
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