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Grateful for the neighborhood we live in. Sidewalk finds lately have included positive messages via chalk, rainbow paintings and flowers in front windows, and hand painted rocks for the taking (our kids have been collecting them like treasures). When I read this sidewalk message, I’m pretty sure I was scowling. 🙃 not feeling it. And that is ok. It’s ok to have a good day. It’s ok not to. The key is to let go of attachment to how it should be, and to allow the day to unfold. #sidewalkfinds #allow

In the anticipation of springs blooms and color, I walk and search for early signs of arrival. Budding branches. Bursts of color from the tips of trees—green, red, sienna. Mini buds of yellow, white, pink, purple, and red. Breathing in the earth with all of my senses. #earlyspring #watercolor (also my post kid bedtime treat to myself, a bit in denial that tomorrow starts yet another week of virtual social distance teaching, research, and service) I’m grateful to be able to share some of the practices that keep me grounded with my team at home #paint #naturewalks #yoga #mindfulmovement my intention is to carry these practices with me this week 🌱

Drawn to the woods. To the water. Again and again. This time, the boys’ favorite - hiking at Clark reservation NYS park. I’m leaning into opportunities to cultivate a sense of joy and wonderment in the small moments throughout the day. Like the ripples reverberating from the “sploosh” of rock after rock. Like the laughter that ensues from the “sink or float” game with anything found near the shore. Like the endless “warnings” about the next trap, laser cannon, super power booster, or skateboard power up. Breathing in this moment, I can notice the echos my inner four year old—the playfulness and imaginative creativity. Charging ahead without reservations.

Breathing in. Breathing out. #creekwalk #birdschatter #grateful

Stepping outside for a solitary walk around the block, through the woods, or around the yard has been my go to self care practice as of late. I’m re-learning and re-defining routines and strategies to keep me grounded and mindfully aware of the present. It’s not easy. Yet I’m trusting that movement and mindful breathing will help me to both carry on with what matters most, and to let go of the rest. #mindfulmovement

Brightened up this gray day with some painting. #watercolor #expressjoy

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Month: September 2019

Cultivating Joy.

Cultivating joy means noticing when I’m joyful, and when I’m not. It means accepting what is, and living with an intention to cultivate joy.

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Grateful for the neighborhood we live in. Sidewalk finds lately have included positive messages via chalk, rainbow paintings and flowers in front windows, and hand painted rocks for the taking (our kids have been collecting them like treasures). When I read this sidewalk message, I’m pretty sure I was scowling. 🙃 not feeling it. And that is ok. It’s ok to have a good day. It’s ok not to. The key is to let go of attachment to how it should be, and to allow the day to unfold. #sidewalkfinds #allow

In the anticipation of springs blooms and color, I walk and search for early signs of arrival. Budding branches. Bursts of color from the tips of trees—green, red, sienna. Mini buds of yellow, white, pink, purple, and red. Breathing in the earth with all of my senses. #earlyspring #watercolor (also my post kid bedtime treat to myself, a bit in denial that tomorrow starts yet another week of virtual social distance teaching, research, and service) I’m grateful to be able to share some of the practices that keep me grounded with my team at home #paint #naturewalks #yoga #mindfulmovement my intention is to carry these practices with me this week 🌱

Drawn to the woods. To the water. Again and again. This time, the boys’ favorite - hiking at Clark reservation NYS park. I’m leaning into opportunities to cultivate a sense of joy and wonderment in the small moments throughout the day. Like the ripples reverberating from the “sploosh” of rock after rock. Like the laughter that ensues from the “sink or float” game with anything found near the shore. Like the endless “warnings” about the next trap, laser cannon, super power booster, or skateboard power up. Breathing in this moment, I can notice the echos my inner four year old—the playfulness and imaginative creativity. Charging ahead without reservations.

Breathing in. Breathing out. #creekwalk #birdschatter #grateful

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