Lens-Artists Challenge #418 | Memories

When I read this challenge yesterday, I knew I would need some time to figure out the direction of my post, this morning it fell into my heart. Tina invited us to share from our heart, photography and memories. This will mean something different for each person, I have so many memories with my photograph’s,Continue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #418 | Memories”

Stream of Consciousness Saturday | Pitch

Yesterday, marked another anniversary in our life. In the past, its been a strong reminder of all the shit that’s been thrown at us and the battles fought. This post will not be that. This post is the pitch that I finally feel has arrived to shift me from so much negative doom and gloom.Continue reading “Stream of Consciousness Saturday | Pitch”

Lens-Artists Challenge #414 | Harmony in Nature

This weeks challenge is introduced by Ann-Christine, she has revived a previous post from Tina’s challenge #44 – Harmony! She provides some beautiful examples of when she was in Greenland. Images of the sky, clouds, water and land, the rocks. All so harmonious! Reading through Ann-Christine’s explanation I thought of the image I shared earlierContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #414 | Harmony in Nature”

“Your Life As Art” | Truly My Heart + Soul

And what it truly means to me… Have you ever stopped in the middle of a ordinary afternoon—watching light filter through a window, or feeling the quiet stillness of a morning walk—and realized that the moment itself was stunning, just as it was? I felt drawn to create my own tag line, specifically when IContinue reading ““Your Life As Art” | Truly My Heart + Soul”

When You Do Not Know What To Say

Allow the flow… Our mental health is our most valuable resource and most volatile. A priority that must be made, and some days feels like heavy work. The unknown of life, many things outside of our control. Choosing peace, regardless. Knowing this choice is the power. Those who succumb to the vile tongue are notContinue reading “When You Do Not Know What To Say”

Lens-Artists Challenge #408 | Over the Top

I love the weekly challenges from this group, it really has given me something creative to look forward to each week even if I may not have the inspiration. Last weekend we had a weekend away with another couple at our family cottage, it was exactly what I needed. Coming home to an unwell lovedContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #408 | Over the Top”

Lens-Artists Challenge #407 | Celebrations Around The World

Just over 11 years ago a cousin/friend of mine had a destination wedding in Cuba! First time for me to go there. When I read Patti’s challenge for us this week, I was confused of what I could share, until I remembered their wedding celebration in Cuba! Patti shared in her post a variety ofContinue reading “Lens-Artists Challenge #407 | Celebrations Around The World”

Setting Boundaries in Tough Times: Prioritizing Your Well-being

When life feels hard, it is easy to pull in, its also easy to think you need to go external, thinking others may have ‘the answer’, and yet that isn’t an individuals responsibility when they are facing something ‘big’. A very recent experience for our girl, resulted in a significant surgery after being diagnosed withContinue reading “Setting Boundaries in Tough Times: Prioritizing Your Well-being”

Physical Reality + Emotional Pain

I messaged my husband before our daughters appointment today, my back is so sore I definitely need an epsom salt bath when I get home. The same back, hip pain, on my lower left side, as yesterday. Both days my daughter had appointments for her upcoming Thyroid Cancer Surgery. I am drained! I got backContinue reading “Physical Reality + Emotional Pain”

Embracing Change + Belief: Preparing for Surgery as a Family

Yesterday, July 22nd, I was reminded of the power of belief. Just after lunch, I had a strong feeling to check my phone, and open our family email. 15 minutes prior we had received an email about our daughters surgery for her Thyroid Cancer with a date. It is something we have been waiting monthsContinue reading “Embracing Change + Belief: Preparing for Surgery as a Family”