Sunday Reflection Quote (Yes, on a Monday)…Uncertainty has always been there, lurking in the dark corners of the future. Now it’s in the spotlight, magnified front and center, for every eye to inspect. Held in the balance, life and how to live it. Does one freeze and not budge? Does one dip a toe, testing the waters? Does one take the plunge and immerse themselves? I’m reminded I have the power to choose my own path. Here’s to putting uncertainty on the shelf, giving it a nod of acknowledgement, and continuing to live my life. No justification needed.
Elbows-
on the table
glow of the screen
socks kicked off
at the ready.
Here I hunker-
there you hunker
down
keeping
the in in
the out out.
Even when-
upset
uncertain
scared
We
are still here
gravitating to
the same place
the same space.
In this moment –
I can’t promise
anything
neither can you
nor they.
Things-
everything
shifting
changing
evolving.
Yet-
in this moment
as I belly up
to the table
socks near
my feet
Elbows-
on the table
ink dancing
on the page
It is enough.
In this moment-
I am enough
doing enough
so are you
so are they.
~Daniela Thompson, 4/2020
Sunday Reflection Quote…Just like that, we’re all getting schooled. Ironically, while we try to flatten the curve, the learning curve is insanely steep. The levels of adversity we’re experiencing as individuals and as a collective spans a continuum. The end points unknown. I’m reminded we all perceive and process adversity differently. Each predicated on prior experiences; each equally valid. Here’s to acknowledging the difficulties, shifting gears, and pressing on.
The sun rises each morning.
Ready or not
light and rays
stretch out.
A warm blanket of
Hope
comforting those ready
to receive.
Hope is there
waiting on the porch
to be welcomed in.
Hope sees opportunity.
Knock, knock!
Are you in there?
Don’t you dare leave me
on the porch-
Wait,
Wait,
Waiting
To be invited in.
The inviting is surrender.
Don’t let fear
be a gatekeeper
Don’t let fear
block the door.
Don’t you see?
Hope is right on the other side.
Choose to open the door.
Let her in.
~Daniela Thompson
3/2020
Sunday Reflection Quote…Whether on a micro or macro level I’m reminded mindset is key. The onslaught of negativity and entitlement can be a powerful magnet; required to be repeatedly rebuked. Over the years I’ve worked incredibly hard to reset my mind, heart, and body. I refuse succumb to temporary pitfall pulls. I’m reminded choosing to be reflective, positive, and strong is my wellness path. Here’s to adding without apology and staying in my lane.
