Sunday, February 6, 2022

A Return to Simple- Slow and Intentional Living

I felt...
 
unsettled
uneasy

pulled out of my natural daily rhythm

so I...

prayed
read
researched

and was "gifted" a year and a half

to slow down, investigate and lean in

(on my journey toward self-paced intentional living)

and within that time

what I learned to
embrace is that...

I am built differently!!


I am highly emotional.
I require more time to process information.
I recover with large blocks of uninterrupted quiet time.

and at times...

I desire to move at a slower pace than others around me.

AND FOR YEARS...

 I struggled with this
fought against it

forcing myself 

to attempt 
to adapt 
to the energy 

around me,

but finally, after slowing down, 
I discovered my natural rhythm, 

(the pace of life/ lifestyle that feels good to me)
 
while delving deeper
into things that 

nourish...
guide...
heal...

me

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Friday, February 4, 2022

First Fridays - A Story. A Song. An Activity. (A Place Inside of Me)

As we celebrate Black History Month,

our selected story provides an opportunity to come
together, give voice to feelings, and heal.  

Create a safe space to initiate 
a healing conversation as... 

"A Place Inside of Me"
A Poem to Heal the Heart

models how to use 

creative expression as an outlet 
for everything we may be feeling.  


Joy, Fear, Sorrow, Anger, Compassion, Healing... and Hope!



A Story




A Song

"Lift Every Voice and Sing"
Black National Anthem


This new twist to a classic tune encourages us to use our voice
in ways that promote unity, healing, and hope. As we celebrate
Black History Month, we stand together to declare peace,
love, and belonging for all children, everywhere



An Activity


Create an opportunity for children to create their
vision for our homes, schools, and community.


Community Mural


Prepare the space and bring that vision to life 
with a community mural and plan of action...

because together we can change the world!

"Against all odds my people have emerged
Strong, Triumphant, and Beautiful"