Dear Ones,

Sometimes, I need a little reminder... And this quote I just came across on the Internets was a good way to receive one:

You have to leave the city of your comfort and go into the wilderness of your intuition.  What you'll discover will be wonderful.  What you'll discover is yourself.  ~Alan Alda

Angel Hugs,
Denise

My Dear Ones,

I was sitting here this morning, my favorite mug filled with aromalicious coffee, listening to my little household waking up. I watched my Kitties find their way back to sleep, & the squirrels as they run around outside trying to gather things before the cold and snow arrive... My youngest two are snuggling in their blankets in the living room with books and felts and are planning their day, while my teenager and his friend are rolling over in the bunkbeds trying to squeeze in more sleep...

While observing all this, and enjoying the peaceful beginnings to my day, I realize I am waking up differently now. I will be the first to admit that I am not a morning person!

I enjoy night. I love bearing witness to the peaceful slumber of the world. I love the ability to sit in stillness, uninterrupted. I love that my creative spring burbles awake - and I even enjoy my part-time night shift job, where I can physically work, and let my thoughts wander freely...

But the mornings... Well, let's just say I had earned a reputation for not being the best morning person! If you're not a morning person, then maybe you can empathize! Now, however, I find myself literally waking up differently. And I'm certain that the reason behind this is my own personal evolution. I think if you can wake up and just be, it helps. Spend a moment in gratefulness - even if you can't get past being grateful for the cup of coffee in your hand - it's a start! Open your heart to the adventure and lessons of the day. And give thanks for being able to participate in these fantastic times! It's these simple things that have turned me into... a morning person! Or, pretty close to one! :-)

How do you wake up?

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I'd also like to say Thank You this morning! Thank you to everyone that has greeted me so warmly & kindly! I am thrilled to have found a 'home' filled with such beautiful people! And I am looking forward to being here and participating as much as I can!

Angel Hugs,

Denise