Merry Christmas to all, Happy Holidays and Happy Early New Years!!! As I am sitting here in Beech Mtn, NC; I am feeling full of gratitude for a fresh start, a relaxing trip with family. I am in the process of reading the book called "The Alchemist"--what an inspiring read this one is! I believe things happen for a reason in life. We have control over our life's decisions only to a certain extent and the rest is up to fate. For me it is all about balance, with everything I do. I try to remind myself of this everyday. I half peel my apple as a testament to this belief. My thoughts are "If I half peel the apple then there is only a 50 percent chance I am ingesting toxins, and yet I also know I am getting fiber from the skin of the juicy apple and its sweet flesh."
I can now see the finish line in sight as far as my life purpose is concerned. Yet at times I think we, as humans, never really do reach the finish line. Isn't that what makes life exciting? What we think is the end to a means, may actually be a an opened door to a new start. Right now I have faith that I will continue to follow my heart and not so much my head, this is the truth to who I am. I will go into my fears, as my grandmother Daisy taught me. Whenever I have a fear, there is a reason there is such a fear. It is my personal goal to challenge myself everyday.
Love to all! Kimberly
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Friday, November 21, 2008
Be (Free Write)
Be
There is nothing but this moment. It is fleeting and therefore; I must capture it, I want to capture it, hold onto it, be with it, to just be. I believe this. I can do this. I can break free in time, but right now I just want to hold on. This is all I’ve got, just the moment of now. It is okay to block everything else out and to be just with what is alive in me. I need to feel again, to be me again. This is how it begins, by recognizing what’s in front of me. It means spending more time with the ones I love and who love me. I will take the time to play with my niece, visit with friends and family and to be in the moment. No one can take this moment from me. I need many of these moments but by the time I blink it will be given. I am practicing mindfulness. Every bite of pumpkin pie will be cherished, every hug will be savored—life will not be witnessed, I will be present. The other stuff can wait, the craziness, the paperwork, the constant thoughts, the phone calls, all of this doesn’t matter at the end of the day. I am in existence. This is what it’s like to just BE. Pay it forward!
There is nothing but this moment. It is fleeting and therefore; I must capture it, I want to capture it, hold onto it, be with it, to just be. I believe this. I can do this. I can break free in time, but right now I just want to hold on. This is all I’ve got, just the moment of now. It is okay to block everything else out and to be just with what is alive in me. I need to feel again, to be me again. This is how it begins, by recognizing what’s in front of me. It means spending more time with the ones I love and who love me. I will take the time to play with my niece, visit with friends and family and to be in the moment. No one can take this moment from me. I need many of these moments but by the time I blink it will be given. I am practicing mindfulness. Every bite of pumpkin pie will be cherished, every hug will be savored—life will not be witnessed, I will be present. The other stuff can wait, the craziness, the paperwork, the constant thoughts, the phone calls, all of this doesn’t matter at the end of the day. I am in existence. This is what it’s like to just BE. Pay it forward!
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
The Upside of Betrayal (free write)
It's 4:24, I don't feel it so much anymore. The ache, the heart pains aren't here. There is a residual effect, a lull, a sadness, a dark depth of gloom that I can easily tap into but I choose not to do so. I need to be free of this negative energy, I wasn't free then.
I was caged, like a helpless bird, eager to be alone and sometimes to fight, craving, piercing skin. But now I'm here in the present, feeling the soft breeze, the gentle tickle of life's breath on my skin. I know this is real. The universe is a true friend. I feel love, joy, peace, tranquility. I can be me again.
It is love at first sight. Even an unused, empty basin of water, such as an unused pool with no water but dust and emptiness; even this does not stir me. I don't view life with fogged lenses. I'm seeing things more clearly, realizing what's real, who is real, what energy exists.
I'm taking in the positive with more than indifference. I am taking risks, afraid, this is true, but real to my own depths, my own vulnerability. I can see clearly now. The man on his cool skateboard laughing from his belly. The depths of his nature inspire me. He is joyful and so can I be. There is no limit now, this horizon knows no end, for infinite. My spirit will not die. It will exist with gratitude and joy. I just can't say thank you enough. Thank you.
I was caged, like a helpless bird, eager to be alone and sometimes to fight, craving, piercing skin. But now I'm here in the present, feeling the soft breeze, the gentle tickle of life's breath on my skin. I know this is real. The universe is a true friend. I feel love, joy, peace, tranquility. I can be me again.
It is love at first sight. Even an unused, empty basin of water, such as an unused pool with no water but dust and emptiness; even this does not stir me. I don't view life with fogged lenses. I'm seeing things more clearly, realizing what's real, who is real, what energy exists.
I'm taking in the positive with more than indifference. I am taking risks, afraid, this is true, but real to my own depths, my own vulnerability. I can see clearly now. The man on his cool skateboard laughing from his belly. The depths of his nature inspire me. He is joyful and so can I be. There is no limit now, this horizon knows no end, for infinite. My spirit will not die. It will exist with gratitude and joy. I just can't say thank you enough. Thank you.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Nashville Fall 08'- Song Camp
WHAT AN ADVENTURE!! My hubby and I went to N-Ville this October to further pursue my dreams...well he enjoyed his dreams too--While I was at Song Camp 201, he went about the town shooting photos--He has become a natural at photography! Anyways, I am so lucky that my loved ones and friends support me the way they do, for this I am grateful.
It was awesome to meet new folks in Nashville and to learn how to be a better writer. I got to network with real songwriting professionals and the like. It was all gravy! EXCEPT darn my hubby and I didn't go to a local breakfast place to try the famous southern cooking Nashville is known for. But that is okay, there will be a next time, and a next time, and a next time in Nashville for us!!! (Later Art, my husband told me that he did enjoy his biscuits, mashed potatoes and such)
I will be back in Nashville to record some songs and continue to network with wonderfully talented individuals. I learned a lot about myself this trip to Song Camp 201. Not only did I better learn the art of songcraft, but I also learned to maintain my uniqueness as well as to set appropriate boundaries.
One night I was so exhausted and really wanted to attend an event hosted by famous songwriters; however, my energy was sourly drained. I knew that I could say yes, but that would be neglecting my needs for rest. So I decided to choose my yes's and no's wisely! I said No that night and Yes the next. I'm being true to myself and isn't that what writing is all about!
It was awesome to meet new folks in Nashville and to learn how to be a better writer. I got to network with real songwriting professionals and the like. It was all gravy! EXCEPT darn my hubby and I didn't go to a local breakfast place to try the famous southern cooking Nashville is known for. But that is okay, there will be a next time, and a next time, and a next time in Nashville for us!!! (Later Art, my husband told me that he did enjoy his biscuits, mashed potatoes and such)
I will be back in Nashville to record some songs and continue to network with wonderfully talented individuals. I learned a lot about myself this trip to Song Camp 201. Not only did I better learn the art of songcraft, but I also learned to maintain my uniqueness as well as to set appropriate boundaries.
One night I was so exhausted and really wanted to attend an event hosted by famous songwriters; however, my energy was sourly drained. I knew that I could say yes, but that would be neglecting my needs for rest. So I decided to choose my yes's and no's wisely! I said No that night and Yes the next. I'm being true to myself and isn't that what writing is all about!
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