It’s been three years since our last blog entry. Rest assured, we’ve kept busy navigating ever the winding road(s) of life’s journey.
The Push Pull
Writers' Club
When it's hard to write
These are a few of my musings from the last four weeks or so. It’s a journey, and if I’m honest it feels a little strange to be writing en route, rather than upon reaching a destination. But here we are. And I think that’s probably the best place for us to meet – right here, where we are. As we are.
The Old Soul Club
We’ve shared copious cups of tea together. We’ve taken long walks together in beautiful places. We’ve curled up on cozy couches and exchanged long messages from the heart. We’ve swapped thoughtful gifts of all kinds, and they’ve championed my efforts when I’ve fundraised for various projects. I sure do love my soul mamas.
She'll be right in Raglan
Kapiti Coast
A Hearth Space evokes a sense of expanse - openness of physical space, perhaps, but more so the mental room to think, dream, reflect, and share. A tastefully, thoughtfully outfitted beachfront cabin overlooking the open ocean is a great place to start. Sandy toes, the rhythm of the water as the tide comes and goes, and the sleepy feel of a coastal town are all ingredients for inviting pause, presence, and possibility.
Time Out
As someone who values mini moments of time out, pockets of space amidst every day routine, I’ve felt a pull to add further intention to my designated time away. It doesn’t have to mean loading up a to do list; rather, simply bringing an awareness to the space available and allowing that space to spread itself out.
A Case for Sharing
I’ve been thinking about the importance of sharing, and the inevitable gift of mutual blessing when we share from the heart. The emails, texts, and messages you’ve left on our posts have let us know that what we share here is resonating and finding its way from our hearts to yours. In turn, we find ourselves heartened as we see this process of sharing becoming a beautiful gift for many. That’s the essence of Hearth, to find home as heart meets heart.
Dog Training
My dog’s taught me a thing or two during our year and a half together, and she happens to be super clued in to what really counts in life. Utilizing what I think must be the most beautiful teaching style: a calm, gentle manner, clear directives, and incredible consistency, she’s been the one training me.
