Well It wasn't meant to be...

My most recent post that is.  Just finished it up and then it was gone. Not sure where it went, but it's not here anymore.

So this time around it's simple and to the point...maybe that's better.

Have you seen this class...Soul Restoration?  I was on the fence until the last night possible to sign up for it.  I told myself that I needed to take some more time to myself...one of my goals for the New Year.  So this was the perfect start.  I jumped in and signed up.  I was sad when it started because I was pretty sick for several days.  I found out Monday that I had pneumonia.  Yuck.  It really kicked my butt last week!  Now that I've got the meds I'm feeling so much better...just waiting for more energy to return.  My mom keeps reminding me to take it easy so I thought spending time on this class would help keep me busy, but at the same time taking it easy.

In this class I've already found my "one little word" reminding me!  I'm finding I need the inner "strength" to journal.  I'm not very good when it comes to writing.  My mom didn't pass on that talent.  I do however love the art part of it!  It's been so long since I've taken out my art journals.  I've really been enjoying the process.

 
I'm also finding that I will be able to gain strength in areas of my life that are really lacking it.  I've been taking time out everyday to spend painting, journaling, and just enjoying it.  It's been wonderful working on this so far.

 
In this journal I'm not worrying about it looking perfect or just right.  I'm really trying to enjoy the process and try new things on my pages.  It's been fun letting go and just letting it happen.

In between all the germs, kiddos, house stuff, and whatever else goes on I've been squeezing in some time to put some new stuff together for the shop in Mesa.  I've also been working on some new stuff with Kels.  I will be adding that to the shop as well as Etsy here soon.  Yep it's time for another Etsy update!  Need to get my camera out!

I hope you take some time to yourself this weekend and some time to enjoy some of your favorite things!

Comments

[Valerie L Johnson]

Its so great to find yet another Brave Girl...I really enjoyed seeing the work in your journal...Soul Restoration has been an incredible, enlightening process for me, one which I am so grateful for..and like you Melody has totally taught me to let go of "perfect"...I am enjoying your blog and will continue to you...Blessings