Way back in the day, when I was just out of nursing school and – you know – being a nurse, my son hung out in preschool/daycare. The family who owned and ran the center had 16 kids of their own, plus all the kids like mine. The resident teens helped with the Littles after school. And, they had a tradition that was new to me…
Side bench. It wasn’t punishment. No shaming or blaming. More like time-out, but for getting some space.
Well, today, I declared Side Bench Day for me! And, yes… the space is a much welcome strategy… body, mind, and spirit!
My #wip #Taliswoman painting was entirely on board. In fact, she volunteered to be in charge! Nothing that involved big arm & shoulder movements! (My PT approves, too!)
Rather, detail stuff. The things you didn’t know are needed until you’ve spent lots of time staring, noticing, and wondering. First try at a red thumb print. Red Thread, with a precious, empowering hint of pink. Touch up on the wisdom crow’s beak. An eye! More color in some of the roses.
Joan and David joined in with a timely reminder…
And, yes… this is the bit I so needed to hear:
Blackbird singing in the dead of night… Take these broken wings and learn to fly… All your life, you were only waiting for this moment to arise!
That, dear heart, is exactly how I feel just now. And, I’m ready!
ps… our class, #Filters… The Next Right Thing begins in January. Please stay tuned!!!
pps… ready now??? Let’s talk about working individually! Just click & ask the elves to hook you up with 45 min. My gift. Your questions. Next right things!!!