Today I went bouldering and excelled like a pro (in my opinion). Bouldering is a form of rock climbing that is performed without the use of ropes or harnesses. I enjoyed the open outdoors with no limits or restrictions--just pure relaxation mixed with taking new heights. It's crazy that this isn't meant to be a metaphor, I literally reached new heights with mountain tops and views that not even a picture could explain. The moments were real and pure.
I was reminded of the vastness this world holds, the depths not yet explored by those who live in a bubble. Adventure is what I seek. The unknown is where I live. Day to day is such a thrill. Most fill there thoughts with bills, deadlines, worry and sadness: but none of that brings thankfulness or adds value to this short life gifted to us from God. Incredible daily moments are always overshadowed by the major battles we inevitably will all face at some point, why? Each day is a gift. Each moment is an opportunity to smile and grow. We are all humans and hard days will come but if your filled with complete gratitude with what you bring to the light around you then simply hold on.
Be thankful. Always want more. Never settle. Find more ways. Smile bigger. Hold a door. Look around. Take deep breathes. Start living.
Monday, November 3, 2014
Sunday, October 26, 2014
Home
Why do so many say "I hope the journey leads you home...?" What is home? A person, place or thing? The term is loosely used to influence what others want for you. I am adamant that 'home' changes. Your heart and mind do not stay in one exact location for all the days on this Earth, it changes like the seasons for the souls who want more.
The Webster Dictionary meaning of home is as follows: the place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household. Permanently is the word I can argue till the death. Nothing is permanent--the term leaves no room for growth or expansion. Growth of the soul, mind and relationships cannot be permanent. Home is often referred to as the place where you grew up, the place you were taught about life and experienced many first alongside people you called family. Then we all grow up, become individuals and live by our own morals/values. Decision are then made on where 'home' lies.
“I have learned that if you must leave a place that you have lived in and loved and where all your yesteryears are buried deep, leave it any way except a slow way, leave it the fastest way you can. Never turn back and never believe that an hour you remember is a better hour because it is dead. Passed years seem safe ones, vanquished ones, while the future lives in a cloud, formidable from a distance.”
― Beryl Markham
This writing isn't to propose the thought that home isn't where you were raised and have family, instead it's for the individuals who see more throughout the world and have the courage to find 'their home on this green Earth'. Family and loved ones can be influential on the decisions you make and places you go--but do they create your happiness or do you faulted to theirs?
Home is where the heart is--crazy to think that the heart can be in multiple places. So how can us as people be physically in multiple places at once? Impossible. So continue to follow your calling, heart and soul without influence of others and remember: home can be a season, person, place in time or thing.
The Webster Dictionary meaning of home is as follows: the place where one lives permanently, especially as a member of a family or household. Permanently is the word I can argue till the death. Nothing is permanent--the term leaves no room for growth or expansion. Growth of the soul, mind and relationships cannot be permanent. Home is often referred to as the place where you grew up, the place you were taught about life and experienced many first alongside people you called family. Then we all grow up, become individuals and live by our own morals/values. Decision are then made on where 'home' lies.
“I have learned that if you must leave a place that you have lived in and loved and where all your yesteryears are buried deep, leave it any way except a slow way, leave it the fastest way you can. Never turn back and never believe that an hour you remember is a better hour because it is dead. Passed years seem safe ones, vanquished ones, while the future lives in a cloud, formidable from a distance.”
― Beryl Markham
This writing isn't to propose the thought that home isn't where you were raised and have family, instead it's for the individuals who see more throughout the world and have the courage to find 'their home on this green Earth'. Family and loved ones can be influential on the decisions you make and places you go--but do they create your happiness or do you faulted to theirs?
Home is where the heart is--crazy to think that the heart can be in multiple places. So how can us as people be physically in multiple places at once? Impossible. So continue to follow your calling, heart and soul without influence of others and remember: home can be a season, person, place in time or thing.
Sunday, October 19, 2014
Breakfast Convo
Today was filled with living moment to moment. I had the opportunity to have meaningful conversation and bring light to another's life--the feeling it gave me was incredible. Lifting others up to high ground even with a small compliment or giving of your listening skills can drastically change the direction of another human being. That is powerful. Today was simple but radiant and it brought me to a place of fulfillment. Then I prayed.
Prayers are moments of communication. Most think of it as a cry for help and what you do in time of need, but through faith prayer can have meaning on so many advanced levels. I gave my prayer a twist today by openly giving thanks for all around me and the path before me. Yes, it is still very unseen but with prayer and continued faith the prep I am experiencing makes each day more beautiful than the last. It has taken me years to get to where I am in my heart and mind (the way has not been easy) but I am confident in the journey ahead.
"If you become weary of waiting for answers to your prayers, remember that I also wait: so that I may be gracious to you and have mercy on you. I wait till you are ready to receive the things I have lovingly prepared for you. Blessed are all those who wait for Me—expectantly, longingly, trustingly. -Isaiah 30:18
So I will wait.
Prayers are moments of communication. Most think of it as a cry for help and what you do in time of need, but through faith prayer can have meaning on so many advanced levels. I gave my prayer a twist today by openly giving thanks for all around me and the path before me. Yes, it is still very unseen but with prayer and continued faith the prep I am experiencing makes each day more beautiful than the last. It has taken me years to get to where I am in my heart and mind (the way has not been easy) but I am confident in the journey ahead.
"If you become weary of waiting for answers to your prayers, remember that I also wait: so that I may be gracious to you and have mercy on you. I wait till you are ready to receive the things I have lovingly prepared for you. Blessed are all those who wait for Me—expectantly, longingly, trustingly. -Isaiah 30:18
So I will wait.
Friday, October 17, 2014
Flight 1545
My flight just left the ground--next destination is Phoenix, AZ. Since boarding my flight all I can do is take deep breathes and pray. Each decision I've made in life has led me to this exact spot, seat 30D on a Delta Air Lines MD90 aircraft. I am not consumed with nerves or fear, but instead joy and thankfulness. I am meant for greatness and although I am unknown with what is ahead for me, I am confident in my faith.
"Walk by faith, not by sight." Today is a true definition of that scripture coming to life for the first time in my 25 years on this Earth. Faith is an internal knowing and trust of the plans ahead even when they are unseen. For once I have laid it all at His feet and handed Him the reins fully. No more days, months or years running from the calling He has placed within my heart. Many persons do not understand my actions or decisions. It seems they find me being selfish or living with no responsibilities, simply because Gods path for me is different from theirs. I do not grudge or hold anger to those who feel this way--instead I love them more and continue to send prayers.
I can no longer neglect the pursuit of God for my life. He has planted an emptiness inside of my very being to not punish me but to speak volumes to my heart on His timing. I have been pursued and prepared for many years for these very moments ahead. The next chapter is placement.
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