Posted January 22, 2009 at 17:26 (General)
Today is here. This moment is filled with unlimited potential and opportunity. You can think anything in this moment. You can allow your imagination to come in and take over. You can use you skills to solve some type of deep mathematical equation, or you can think about the workings of the universe. Or, what about that guy, the one that realized if you cracked an egg you could cook it and eat it, imagine how that came about...
Now think about the next story you want to write and what character is your favorite. What are they going to do next? Are you thinking about organizing your closet, or getting your hair cut, or touching up those roots?
You might be using all that energy to worry about something, something that you can't change, but yet you are still taking the opportunity of the moment to worry about it. But, it is not as much fun as eating a piece of chocolate. That's what I am doing in this moment as I am typing this blog. It is a Dove's Dark Chocolate and the message said "breathe."
I like it when I live in the moment instead of trying to put the yesterdays and tomorrows with today and the last hour and the next all together. No wonder most of us are depressed. That's a lot to put into the moment.
Today is Cat Appreciation Day. Take a moment or two and think about that, perhaps while enjoying a really good piece of chocolate.
Hugs,
Sharon Renae
Growing Pains
Posted January 21, 2009 at 14:21 (General)
I am going through one of those painful life experiences, I'm sure you
know about them, I see it as "growing pains." I am at a most
significant moment, the part where the ride has turned into a roller
coaster.
Now, for many of you that could be fun and exciting, for me I have never been into roller coasters and all I can think about when I am on it, is "am I going to survive this ride and be able to get up and walk away?" It just is not fun to me. I don't want to do it, and you can't make me! (Stomping my foot, crossing my arms in child-like protest.)
I believe within all of my being that we are here to grow and become more than we are. I also believe with all my being that life should be fun, happy, joyful and just plain WOW!
This last year has been a lot about letting go, And I feel that I have done that exceptionally well, (if you really know my stubborn nature you would agree). And it has been a time of self-discovery, taking the journey inside to see what I am wanting, not wanting and separating the hmm, I think I might want this into the want or don't want category. And in truth the letting go of stuff went into the I don't want this category.
I think we think too much. We try to rationalize and justify and even from a spiritual perspective try too hard to read signs into things. I think we make life and decision making way too hard and put too much thought into it, but we just need to be sure so let's be miserable a little bit longer.
So I am holding onto that last rung of the ladder to find that the ladder is no longer where it was when I started climbing it. And I am trying to decide to go down and start again or get off at the new, somewhat ambiguous location. So here I am a dangling participle waiting to be rescued.
The vision makes me laugh, so here I am holding on dangling waiting for the guy in the hot air balloon to come by and pull me in.
Or the angel
swooping down from heaven, saying, "Wow, Sharon that was a close one."
Or the kid in me looking down seeing a trampoline and saying, "okay let's jump and see if we can make it right over there!"
And of course there is the version of me in my adventure clothes, vest, hiking boots, binoculars and trusty old map that I can't quite make out saying "just get off here and lets look around, ya might just like it ya know.
Is it sad that I am so easily entertained?
Now, for many of you that could be fun and exciting, for me I have never been into roller coasters and all I can think about when I am on it, is "am I going to survive this ride and be able to get up and walk away?" It just is not fun to me. I don't want to do it, and you can't make me! (Stomping my foot, crossing my arms in child-like protest.)
I believe within all of my being that we are here to grow and become more than we are. I also believe with all my being that life should be fun, happy, joyful and just plain WOW!
This last year has been a lot about letting go, And I feel that I have done that exceptionally well, (if you really know my stubborn nature you would agree). And it has been a time of self-discovery, taking the journey inside to see what I am wanting, not wanting and separating the hmm, I think I might want this into the want or don't want category. And in truth the letting go of stuff went into the I don't want this category.
I think we think too much. We try to rationalize and justify and even from a spiritual perspective try too hard to read signs into things. I think we make life and decision making way too hard and put too much thought into it, but we just need to be sure so let's be miserable a little bit longer.
So I am holding onto that last rung of the ladder to find that the ladder is no longer where it was when I started climbing it. And I am trying to decide to go down and start again or get off at the new, somewhat ambiguous location. So here I am a dangling participle waiting to be rescued.
The vision makes me laugh, so here I am holding on dangling waiting for the guy in the hot air balloon to come by and pull me in.
Or the kid in me looking down seeing a trampoline and saying, "okay let's jump and see if we can make it right over there!"
And of course there is the version of me in my adventure clothes, vest, hiking boots, binoculars and trusty old map that I can't quite make out saying "just get off here and lets look around, ya might just like it ya know.
Is it sad that I am so easily entertained?
Cat, Rat, and Squirrel
Posted January 17, 2009 at 13:25 (General)
When we first moved here I was most eager to get a couple of bird feeders and watch the birds from the window. However, the bird feeder was invaded by squirrels and their was fighting between the squirrels and the doves and the doves and the other birds. And I was concerned that the feeder might invite the squirrels to take up residence in my rafters or attic or something like that. And as I was watching the battles contemplating my decision, a squirrel as easy as you please, climbed the Sheppard's hook and jumped into the feeder. But to my astonishment, the squirrel's tail had been replaced by something that looked like a small snake! Well for gracious sakes! It was a rat. So my dilemma was solved. I marched outside, pulled the feeder up and put it in the garage.
The squirrels still occupy the backyard, they run in groups, play chase and actually come onto our windowsill and tease our cats. Tapping on the window, chattering (or do you call it barking?), waving their tail with eager enthusiasm, (if you are of the opinion squirrels are enthusiastic).
But today, this morning, I watched mesmerized by what I saw. A local neighborhood cat that frequents our back yard was laying in wait for the moment of opportunity. Eyes wide, no movement, not even the tail. On the top of the fence sat a squirrel barking down towards the cat, fearless and relentless with putting its full attention on the cat. The squirrel came face to face with the cat, never shutting up, taking a stand. Then I saw that cat nod ever so slightly its head.
The squirrel turned around and started chattering again. From under the fence came a rat. A big one, I mean it was as big as the squirrel. I call it big. The squirrel chatted to the rat, the rat stood on its hind legs talking to the squirrel. The cat stayed put. But now its tail flicked with slow frequent moves. Me and my cats watching from the window, while I held my breath.
Then it happened. The three came together close but not touching. They turned away, the cat went back to his hiding place, the rat followed the squirrel up the fence. They made their way in the direction of the cat. The cat pretended not to notice. They jumped as if to land on the cat, but cat was too fast. And the chase began. Cat, Rat and Squirrel took turns in the chase. And at the end of this excitement they came together, groomed themselves and Squirrel and Rat went on about their business while Cat napped. And that some say animals don't think... mmm
Sing
Posted January 16, 2009 at 10:22 (General)
(Sing in the tune of Happy Birthday) Good Morning to you! Good Morning to you! It is free - zing here in Pen-sa-cola! So I hope you stay warm too!
It's good to sing isn't it? You expand your lungs, and singing a light hearted ditty makes you smile, or a least smile at the whacky person telling you to sing it.
As a small child I loved to sing, but I was told at a pretty young age that I couldn't sing because I couldn't carry a tune. I didn't understand what a "tune" was - but I knew I didn't like having to swallow my voice. I was heart-broken that I could and would not be able bellow out songs during music, or join the chorus, or a church choir.
I think maybe had I not had to be self-conscious about it that maybe my voice would have found its way, or maybe I would have had more years to be able to express myself by singing loudly, and enthusiastically.
Because being told you can't sing - meant to me you can't let the music, the celebration and the expression in you out. It has to be stored up - and that really blocks your throat.
For those that know me - today I bellow - Loud and clear in an obvious horrendous voice (solo of course) to the awe of others. Watching them struggle to decide how they are suppose to be reacting.
My grandchildren look forward to their special Emmie birthday songs. When my granddaughters were small I taught them the song - "SING OUT LOUD, SING OUT STRONG," in the most fun obnoxious way. One day they were in the store and the song came on my Caleigh and Sydney whor were 4 and 2 at the time said in unison - "That is not how you sing that song!" And they proceeded to sing it much to their mom's embarrassment "The real way, the Emmie way!"
My friend Doe Hart, who has a beautiful voice - would say a wonderful woman told her if you have a voice you can sing! She also told me the most wonderful story.
Doe worked in a spiritual store in Ohio, and one day a deaf woman came in and she could talk and read lips. And she told Doe she was a singer and she sang all the time. And the woman said to her - "Do you know how I know I can sing?" And Doe said "How?"
And she replied
"Because it makes me feel so good inside."
So there you go. SING OUT LOUD, SING OUT STRONG, DON'T WORRY IF YOUR NOT GOOD ENOUGH FOR ANYONE ELSE TO HEAR. JUST SING. SING YOUR SONG.
Hugs,
Sharon
Organizing and Workshop Planning
Posted January 13, 2009 at 14:19 (General)
A creative happy hello to you! I didn't know Rick added these fun fonts for me!
Sometimes time passes quickly when I am all wrapped up in my warm fuzzies. Doing what makes me happy and brings me joy. I hadn't really realized I hadn't blogged! So here I am blogging.
Last week I was a real poopie pants. I was fighting some sort of yucky mind disease. Do you ever get that? It really sucks!
But, since Sunday I seemed to be back on board. I began really organizing and going through things. I have started in the Creative Bliss Art Studio - since it has a combination of art and craft essentials along with store/office supplies. I am still working and organizing - and I am slowing beginning to see a difference. AND, I have actually emptied over a dozen bins and boxes. Yeah me!
I went to the Dollar Tree and bought 25 storage containers and they have been great to use for organizing and separating the art and office supplies. As long as I put things away I won't have to go searching for them anymore. TOO Cool!
I am also working on the new material for the Treasure mapping/Goal Setting class. I am re-vamping it and adding more fun to it. I am adding creativity and fun to the spiritual growth stuff. I think that better matches who I am.
I will also be putting workbooks on the website so that they will be available for download to people interested in doing it on their own - or if they live out of the area.
So, I am going back to work on the Treasure Map..
Happy living to you.
Hugs,
SHaroN.
Treasure Mapping and Goal Setting Class
Posted January 10, 2009 at 14:10 (General)
Happy Day to you!
I just wanted to remind you that you have only one week left before my Treasure Mapping Goal Setting class that takes place Saturday, January 17, from 1pm-4pm.
Have already put your new year's resolutions into action? If so, this class will help give you that extra ummph to continue with them. If you are still procrastinating this class will help you to gain vision, insight, understanding and direction to get started and continue to bring your dreams and desires into action.
No, it's true I can't tell you that taking this class will change your life and give you everything you are wanting, because when it comes down to it, only you can change it and make it happen! But, if you need a little help, some inspiration and an afternoon of having fun and being creative, this class is the way to go. The cost is only $20, and what you can gain from it can be priceless.
Give yourself the time and permission to move yourself in a forward position. Get off the treadmill and come play! It is important if you are taking the class that you respond no later than Thursday, Jan 15 - mostly because there is a pre-class assignment you need to do before coming, you will need a list of your goals, wants, desires and if you have them in hand for the class it will allot you more time for creating your treasure map.
I'm telling you this is going to be fun! You can call me at 850-469-0605 or email me at sharon@sharonrenae.com to sign up and get directions. I do not accept personal checks. You can pay with cash, Master Card or Visa.
Hugs,
Sharon
Our Search to Become
Posted January 08, 2009 at 00:21 (General)
We search
to find understanding to our existence, the real meaning within our lives. We search for who we are. We look out unto the universe for answers
and for purpose. We find faith and
belief in religions. We look to find
some understanding that life has great meaning and purpose.
We search and put our faith
into religious practices because we have great desire that there is something
more to life, that we are not alone. We
want to be reassured we are loved and that there is salvation from death. We want more, we want to explore the
mysteries of the universe the miracles in life. We want to know there is a higher power that watches over us,
loves us and protects us. We want to
believe there is greatness within us and that we are made up of the same
unlimited potential as the universe and the God we believe in.
We do not want to accept
that this is as good as it gets. We
want to believe there is more, that we have great opportunity for happiness,
peace, contentment, prosperity and success.
We want to know that as an individual we matter. We want to know we are precious and
priceless. We don’t want to resolve
ourselves to accepting that this is as good as it gets. We want to be more and it is within the
center of our existence, our soul, that we know that we are to become more than
we are. We cannot stop it. It is in our
nature, it is a natural process of our evolution to expand our minds and reach
for what is not yet known.
May we
each find what it is we are seeking.
May we find solace in the desire and the journey of our becoming.
Hugs,
Sharon
The Goddess Energy and Being a Woman
Posted January 05, 2009 at 15:04 (General)
Within many of us lies a Goddess, often in waiting – we don’t let her out. I love the Goddess energy, the sensuality, the passion that goes with it. She is strong, powerful, sensual, loving, compassionate, sexy and she owns it!
Often, I will get this beautiful voluptuous goddess within a client. This goddess is so breathtakingly beautiful. Owning her power, wanting to live in celebration of life, and often a prisoner within the body she inhabits.
Why, can’t we let the goddess that is the essence of our very core out? Why are we so afraid or intimidated to let her run rampant within our lives? I don’t think we are afraid of her and her power, but I think we think that we are not worthy of such a presence, and to be that in our present state would be a sacrilege, or perhaps silly or who do we think we are anyway?
I tell you now, your size and shape, your age and race have nothing to do with your ability to be a goddess! I can tell you based on my own life and my size that sensuality does not just come in a size 4! The goddess that exists with the feminine form is alive and well. She is there waiting to enhance your life, wanting you to live passionately with purpose, it is what is in your mind that holds that wonderful beautiful energy at bay.
Let this divine energy out! Let her guide you on a course to happiness if it is to let yourself dance, sing, paint your toenails, be sexy and adventurous. It is who you are, who you want to be, what she is telling you is that it is okay to be it.
Do wonderful things that bring pleasure to you. Buy fresh flowers, eat by candlelight, take a bubble bath, get a massage, dress as you’ve always longed to. Give yourself a signature – like always wearing pearls, being known for your flamboyant attitude or dress, wearing no other makeup than red lipstick, coloring your hair when the wind changes! Take a chance, take a chance to live life with expression!
Here’s to the Goddess that resides within!
Hugs,
Sharon
Anniversary
Posted January 02, 2009 at 11:12 (General)
Happy New Year!
New Year’s Eve was our anniversary. I had to actually go and dig up our marriage license to see how many years we have been married.
The looks on people’s faces when either one of us say we don’t know is awestruck. How could we not know? How could it not matter? It is an important milestone that should continue to be marked; everyone else knows how long they’ve been married. How can it be so trivial and unimportant to us? I have to be honest with you and if it didn’t fall on New Year’s Eve, I am not so sure that I could remember the date is December 31st. It is just as shocking to people to know that we don’t celebrate Valentine’s Day either. I guess it does seem odd.
This marriage has been a blissful happy one; so much so that I have enjoyed and lived those days, not counted them. I have enjoyed and looked forward to each and every day of our marriage. I know with certainty that I have been blessed with this partnership. I know with certainty that I have someone to catch me if I fall. I know with certainty that I am loved, adored and appreciated.
I know that I have love in my life. I don’t take it for granted or expect it, but I embrace it. I relish the laughter, cherish my partner and give thanks everyday for what I have. It is special. Everyday is an anniversary, marking a new day, a new adventure. Everyday is Valentine’s Day where love is acknowledged, shared and proven with words, actions, touches and smiles.
I have learned that real love is comfortable. That you don’t stand on a cliff waiting for the shoe to drop. Real love doesn’t hurt. You can have passion and comfort. What I have come to understand is that when you love someone so much it hurts, it isn’t real love.
We have been blessed in a blissful union. We look forward to celebrating it everyday, not just a couple days a year.
According to the marriage license we have now been married for 12 years. But don’t expect me to remember it!
Hugs,
Sharon Renae