Tough Conversations ......

Have you ever had to have a challenging conversation with someone you love? Well, yesterday I had to initiate one of those conversations. My 21 year old daughter, the one whose my even change, hadn't kept up her end of the bargin re: school and it was time for me to address the issue and not allow any excuses. I definately created this monster so I have to deal with her!! We both leaned lessons...... I learned that I was so busy trying to stop my child from making the wrong decisions that I was hindering her from taking accountability for her actions and she learned her mama was crazier than she thought.

Spending time with my son

     Today I went shopping with my son and had a wonderful time.  I cherish the moments that he actually says more than a few words and today was one of those times.  Our conversation flowed, we laughed, and actually entered more than one store to find the perfect vest.  When my son went in the dressing room  I was trying to figure out what was different and realized it was me.  I wasn't focused on the things that didn't get completed, the dishes in the sink, or the other things that needed to be accomplished tomorrow.  I was  simply living in the moment and appreciating the time I was spending with a wonderful young man, my son. 

My "Quiet" place....

     In the midst of life feeling extremely busy, I used to dream of a quiet place, where life would be settled, dreams have become reality, and I would have a perfect resting place. A place that I could go and peace and tranquility follow.  Where could I find that place? I used to envision it to be a place of beauty that was far away from the day to day.  My journey is teaching me that my "quiet" place can be a reality everyday!! The drive home from work can be my quiet place when I allow my mind to recognize the beauty of the scenery that surrounds me, beautiful architecture, tall trees, purple flowers, and the sound of my favorite music playing in the background.  Laying my head on my husband’s chest, not speaking a word and letting the problems of the day fade away because I'm in his loving arms. My "quiet" place is the yoga class that allows my mind to be settled.  It's amazing what happens when you begin to appreciate the beauty that you already have!  I'm glad I have my "quiet" places! 

Where are your "quiet" places?