Zipping to D like a jack rabbit on speed.. 2

[girlfromipanema]

How did you slather yourself with love yesterday???

[jmw128]

I am blessed with three incredible children

you are...

[Gypsy]

How did I slather myself with love?

Three lovely people took me out for three different meals. The greatest sustenance was their company and sharing.

I wrote a note to my family of appreciation.

I realized the difference between dreams and reality.

I felt grateful and blessed for what I have in my life.

I had a great DB coaching session which helped me pinpoint what I need most now.

I felt much more happiness than sorrow.

I did fun things with my daughter.

I'm growing up up up.

*hugs*

[Ready2Change]

Gypsy, you are inspirational! Your way with words are amazing!

[Gypsy]

Thanks for the kind words, Ready..

Oddly enough, the day just happened. I took advantage of opportunities, went outside my comfort zone and sought out others.

*hugs*

[Gypsy]

It's not about recognition from other.. but about recognizing who I am.

His approval does not define my self worth.

Sentences beginning with 'him', 'he' are outlawed, along with 'poor me' statements.

I am no longer a victim.

I will move out of that comfort zone.

It's easier to be the one left behind when it comes to getting sympathy... but guess what.. that does nothing positive when it comes to living a full and productive life.

I will not feel sorry for myself.

I will accept the unknown, the fear.

I will trust those who are worthy.

I will take chances that lead to positive goals.

I will embrace change, be more flexible, listen without talking.

I will leave the crap where it lands and not carry it with me.

What other people say about me is none of my business.

What I say about others is my choice.

I will spend time on what brings joy, renewal and growth.

I will move to a better place in my life without worrying about should have's, would have's, could have's.

I will let go of how I let his choices disable me.

I will focus on where MY choices will take me.

I will not be perfect, the epitome of anything.

I will be a wonderful woman with heart, grace, soul and farts.

I will accept all of me, even the crap I don't like.

I'll clean my mind, unload the stuff that's been stuffing it. Just let go of the clutter I cling to.

I will remember to smile fo no reason, if only to keep that downturned line by my mouth from getting any deeper.

I will remember to wear sunblock.

I will embrace those who relish who I am, and not worry about the others.

I will not view myself through other people's eyes.

I will listen to what is said to me in love, concern, support, hate, disrespect and will make my own choices.

I will learn to separate my knee jerk reactions of emotions from what is truly good for me.

I will love me.. as wonderful, whacky, imperfect, gooky, sad, happy and however else I might be.

I will love others without the fear of the past crippling me.

I will live my life without the blanket of my fears and insecurities.

I will not scratch the wound.

I will accept and own what is mine and flush the rest.

I will heal, be happy, healthy and grateful for all that life has given and will give me.

And I will never be afraid to..

*hug*

[LL44]

Wow Gypsy. That was beautiful. Thank you for always sharing your thoughts. For you are motivation to keep going.

[girlfromipanema]

I will embrace those who relish who I am, and not worry about the others.

I'm one of the many, many, many, many who relish who you are.

Your post was brilliant. I'm going to print it and keep it with me and borrow it as my own mantra.

Big ole' H U G!

[girlfromipanema]

I know you're away but just wanted to say hello. Looking forward to hearing about your experience upon your return.

Miss you.

[W2G]

Hi Gypsy,

Hope you're enjoying yourself while you're away!!!!!

I'm glad that you were in the company of 3 lovely people on your anniversary.. although it wasn't the day you imagined it did have a lot of pluses... so that's a very good day!

Hugs,
W2G