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Playing and Being

Quote of the day: “Often people attempt to live their lives backwards: they try to have more things, or more money, in order to do more of what they want so that they will be happier. The way it actually works is the reverse. You must first be who you really are, then do what you really need to do, in order to have what you want.”  ~ Margaret Young Yesterday, I had plans to work on several ideas and to finish working on some portrait photos I made the day before yesterday.  Then I saw how the center of Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Different kinds of beauty

Quote: “Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make music for us to enjoy…but sing their hearts out for us. That’s why it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.” ~ Harper Lee, To Kill a Mockingbird I watched the movie To Kill a Mockingbird last night and was impressed all over again with the power and beauty of the book and movie.  The beginning scenes in the movies were so beautifully photographed. The integrity and grace of the Atticus character inspires me.  There are all kinds of beauty in the world.  Stories that are full of truth and integrity are full of Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

Hitting a Bump on the Road of Intention

Quote of the day: “I generally avoid temptation unless I can’t resist it.” ~ Mae West Yesterday I got an email about a software engineering contracting opportunity – it was for exactly my skill set and industry and wonder of wonders the location was very nearby.  After I read the email, I was so tempted by the path of least resistance that I almost replied that I was interested in the opportunity even though I know in my heart that is not the right thing for me right now.  It surprised me to feel so ambushed by old habits.  As I was Read more…

By Marilyn, ago

The Wonder of a Snowy Day

Quote of the day: “This morning of the small snow I count the blessings, the leak in the faucet which makes of the sink time, the drop of the water on water.” ~Charles Olson Yesterday we had freezing mist all day followed by a light snow fall which is continuing into today.  I couldn’t resist going out for a short walk in the falling snow.  Filled with wonder and gratitude for this day!  

By Marilyn, ago

Living on Purpose a.k.a. Playing With Passion and a Wide Open Heart

Quote of the day: “When you dance, your purpose is not to get to a certain place on the floor. It’s to enjoy each step along the way.” ~ Wayne Dyer For those following my blog, I caught up on all of my unfinished assignments from last week’s Business Soul Sessions classes.  One of our assignments was to work on developing a business mission statement.  I’ve come up with multiple mission statements, none of which feels like THE mission statement.  Another assignment was to create a business vision board (see photos below). Here are my mission statements: Personal Mission in 6 Read more…

By Marilyn, ago