Saturday, April 17, 2010

Rise and Shine

Waking up to the sound of birds chirping as the sun rises? YES PLEASE!  Waking up at 5 a.m. to the sound of the new neighbor's dog howling?  Not so much.  And if that didn't make me cranky enough...I just typed a whole post then accidentally erased it.  Epic Blogger Fail #2  But I won't be discouraged :)  


This weekend is (supposedly) all about studying and grinding out this LAST 2 WEEKS OF SCHOOL EVER!  Hence the lack of posting yesterday.  But I am really proud of myself for not neglecting my workouts--I had a great long(ish) run yesterday morning and will be practicing "A Fine Balance" before I do any school work today.  I think I am getting the hang of this balanced life thing.  Love it!


On another note, this week has been filled with small, nugget-sized epiphanies.  I won't spell them all out, but the culmination of them is that I now feel super secure with the idea of living in N.C. after graduation.  My ability to be truly happy here has been a source of intermittent worry over the last 10 months.  But now, no more worries. YAY!


I need to go get the day started, but I will leave you with this inspirational message from Ralph Marston at greatday.com



Lift up all that is



Anger hurts just as much whether it is going out from you or coming toward you. Love is just as beautiful when you are giving it as when you receive it.


Much of what seems to happen to you is happening through you. Much of what feels like outer experience is really inner expression viewed from a wider perspective.

Your influence extends as far as your awareness will allow. Your intentions begin to fill your whole world the moment they arise.


You are not separate from the rest of life. You are life.
You cannot gain advantage by seeking to take that advantage from anyone or anything else. Give your best, lift up all that is, and you are lifted.

Your positive influence touches all you know. Keep it ever strong and continually refreshed.
-- Ralph Marston



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