That was a powerful solstice and event Nora! Still riding the highs from it. Been having a lot of download insights. I really felt what Ursula, you and the P’s said to me about not hiding from myself or the world. When the clarity hit me that it’s me hiding from myself (and not the world out there feeling like a betrayal) then I felt the embodied joy of being myself in my heart in quick glimpses for the next few days. I also had a surprise the next day... my husband tested positive for covid! Lol! I’m so glad I attended the solstice webinar bc I embraced it as a surprise and it has been a very restful, no drama, enjoyable holiday. Which is big for me. Usually I’m stressed out and triggered. So thank you!! I got a lot out of it! I’m also in a cooking rhythm and loving the vibe of wintering. I made two quiches, mashed potatoes and stuffing. 🥰
Kyra, Isn't it wonderful when clarity suddenly dawns? I, too, loved the Solstice event, as it held many truly special moments. I'm sorry about the covid. Love to you
The atmosphere seems calm on the surface. Absolutely loving the presence of our grand dog for these few weeks. However, I've been grappling with heightened anxiety lately, particularly in the evenings, coinciding with Rowan's (our granddog) dinner time. Strangely, I recall experiencing similar emotions around our daughter's dinner time, even though she's now 33. Something is triggering and unsettling about it that I need to address (FOAL). Additionally, there's a profound sense of grief looming over me. A cherished friend passed away on Christmas Eve, succumbing to early-onset dementia. We've been friends with her and her family since 1979. The news came via a text from her husband in Vermont while we were driving back from a heartwarming Christmas Eve gathering. Sitting next to me was my 83-year-old friend Bob, who lost his wife in September. Geeze I sound so depressing! AND Ursula's SURPRISE magic truly worked! On Christmas Eve day I received a letter from THE BEST person ( an art historian, curator, Ph.D. professor, and preeminent scholar on the art and life of Georgia O'Keeffe) responding to my perhaps farfetched question to her asking if she'd like to write a forward for my book, she said YES! Then I told Bob at the little gathering, as he is an art dealer, and he asked me, well yes, she is the top of everything Georgia O'Keeffe in this country, but is she a good writer? I reveled in his question. He then suggested an alternative: an award-winning poet and artist, someone who not only worked for Georgia O'Keeffe but was also a friend. This woman as a poet and feminist is probably the BEST suited for my book, as opposed to the famous heady Ph.D. woman. Now I feel I have a choice! This is how magic works (for me), one wonderful thing leads to another wonder-filled thing. I just have to take some action and watch for the surprises. Thank YOU NORA ! I truly love you and this community.
Tonight was the last of our planned dinner guests over the holidays. Phew - we made it and are still getting along with each other!! Christmas was too much. I don’t know what to do about that, but I hope for improvement. The best gift has been the 5 of us working together and enjoying time with each other.
Oooh - you remind me about surprises. Yesterday during a walk, a bald eagle flew overhead - it was breathtaking & brought tears of joy to my eyes!!!
I love your pile of latkes & thoughts on family. Many thanks ❤️❤️
That was a powerful solstice and event Nora! Still riding the highs from it. Been having a lot of download insights. I really felt what Ursula, you and the P’s said to me about not hiding from myself or the world. When the clarity hit me that it’s me hiding from myself (and not the world out there feeling like a betrayal) then I felt the embodied joy of being myself in my heart in quick glimpses for the next few days. I also had a surprise the next day... my husband tested positive for covid! Lol! I’m so glad I attended the solstice webinar bc I embraced it as a surprise and it has been a very restful, no drama, enjoyable holiday. Which is big for me. Usually I’m stressed out and triggered. So thank you!! I got a lot out of it! I’m also in a cooking rhythm and loving the vibe of wintering. I made two quiches, mashed potatoes and stuffing. 🥰
Oh, thank you, Kyra. I am so happy to hear all of this (and sorry for the COVID :( ). Yum to the foods!
Kyra, Isn't it wonderful when clarity suddenly dawns? I, too, loved the Solstice event, as it held many truly special moments. I'm sorry about the covid. Love to you
Thank you and yes, so many goodies to unpack from that one 💝
Yummy Latkes 🤤 Mixed feelings of solstice/xmas joy with some old sadness
Yes, that sums it up for me too.
The atmosphere seems calm on the surface. Absolutely loving the presence of our grand dog for these few weeks. However, I've been grappling with heightened anxiety lately, particularly in the evenings, coinciding with Rowan's (our granddog) dinner time. Strangely, I recall experiencing similar emotions around our daughter's dinner time, even though she's now 33. Something is triggering and unsettling about it that I need to address (FOAL). Additionally, there's a profound sense of grief looming over me. A cherished friend passed away on Christmas Eve, succumbing to early-onset dementia. We've been friends with her and her family since 1979. The news came via a text from her husband in Vermont while we were driving back from a heartwarming Christmas Eve gathering. Sitting next to me was my 83-year-old friend Bob, who lost his wife in September. Geeze I sound so depressing! AND Ursula's SURPRISE magic truly worked! On Christmas Eve day I received a letter from THE BEST person ( an art historian, curator, Ph.D. professor, and preeminent scholar on the art and life of Georgia O'Keeffe) responding to my perhaps farfetched question to her asking if she'd like to write a forward for my book, she said YES! Then I told Bob at the little gathering, as he is an art dealer, and he asked me, well yes, she is the top of everything Georgia O'Keeffe in this country, but is she a good writer? I reveled in his question. He then suggested an alternative: an award-winning poet and artist, someone who not only worked for Georgia O'Keeffe but was also a friend. This woman as a poet and feminist is probably the BEST suited for my book, as opposed to the famous heady Ph.D. woman. Now I feel I have a choice! This is how magic works (for me), one wonderful thing leads to another wonder-filled thing. I just have to take some action and watch for the surprises. Thank YOU NORA ! I truly love you and this community.
First, I am so sorry for your loss.
Second, all amazing!!! I just love watching the journey of your book unfold.
I love you and this community as well.
Tonight was the last of our planned dinner guests over the holidays. Phew - we made it and are still getting along with each other!! Christmas was too much. I don’t know what to do about that, but I hope for improvement. The best gift has been the 5 of us working together and enjoying time with each other.
Oooh - you remind me about surprises. Yesterday during a walk, a bald eagle flew overhead - it was breathtaking & brought tears of joy to my eyes!!!
I love your pile of latkes & thoughts on family. Many thanks ❤️❤️
That eagle - wow
Love hearing about it all and I love you.
How exciting to have the Eagle visitation! Happy new year to you.
So exciting! Thank you, Susan. Happy new year to you too!