Month: March 2020

It’s after midnight; look at those tired eyes and yet…..I’m not quite ready for sleep. I mean, physically, I’m more than ready but the brain keeps going. It’s funny…..or maybe not but as soon as I give up and give in to the thoughts of processing, my eyes get heavier and my thoughts pause. I fumble the phone as I drift asleep for a moment, only to be painfully jolted awake in the next second. There’s something about processing that allows the stuck feelings to pass through and release. So rather than fight, I surrender. Surrender to rest. Surrender to calm. Surrender to this moment and then the next and then the next. This life doesn’t feel pretty or safe or even very good, at the moment and yet that’s the glorious dichotomy of life. Chaos and order. Beauty and horror. Grief and joy. Love and fear. Acknowledge the difficulty while being open to the beauty. It’s still there, you may just have to look for it. And when you see it, it’s like the whole world lights up for a moment and if you can string “those moments” together…..it’s incredible. #sharethejoy2020 #lettinggo #surrender #bedtime #langleybc #beautifuldichotomy
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My 9 year old has decided that we need to draw something together every night. When kids are feeling anxious or uncertain they might not say, “I feel worried about XYZ.” They will more likely say, “Can we play or do something together?” So, we draw! Apparently, I did not take this activity seriously enough as the details on my art is sadly lacking. But I’m thrilled for every opportunity to co-regulate with my sweet boy. #sharethejoy2020 #artastherapy #doinglifetogether #langleybc #pukingclouds #littleboys
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Hey there! I wanna shout out a tidbit for you to think on. If you are social distancing (and I hope you are) with others under the same roof. You may find that the “togetherness” may be wearing. You may once again be reacquainted with all the annoying habits that the other humans exhibit. You might feel that your kids are challenging as hell. You may feel like your partner or roommate is out to annoy you – ON PURPOSE!!! This is the time to have GRACE. See this situation for what it is. A challenging time for all….and by all, I mean ALL. The introverts are annoyed that you’re in their spaces. The extroverts are going squirrelly not being able to see all the people. The kids are actually unsure what all the extra energy is that’s floating around and are acting LIKE KIDS. No one is specifically trying to annoy you….except maybe my 19 yr old is trying to annoy me. Okay no! He’s just trying to survive without playing MTG with all his geek buddies. Have grace for everyone including yourself. If you overact, take a moment to regroup; apologize for whatever you need to apologize for and carry on. But afford the same goodwill to everyone under your roof and with whom you come in contact with. It’s SO important. See the best in people. Believe the best in people and we will make it through this. #somethingtothinkabout #isolationexpert #havegrace #seethebest #belivethebest
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Siah only has a small amount of regret after letting me chop 8 inches off his hair. It was basically one giant matte and cutting was preferable to brushing. He looks SO cute and now I can see his beautiful eyes! #sharethejoy2020 #siahchristopher #langleybc #buzzcut #sensorywin
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Celebrating @xandrajanelle having 6 years of no self harm – with ice cream. We typically go out to someplace special but this year it’s ice cream at home. #sharethejoy2020 #thingstocelebrate #celebratingallthethings #langleybc
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Coffee in bed is a beautiful way to start the morning. I’m so thankful the kids are self entertaining and that I can have a quiet, lazy morning before we make today happen. #sharethejoy2020 #coffeefirstalways #langleybc #socialdistancing2020 #stayathome #practisegratitude
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Look at these biscuits that @jonculley made. This is definitely something that I’m tagging with the #sharethejoy2020 hashtag. How has your day been? #checkingin #homemadebiscuits #socialdistancing #langleybc
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My first set of seeds have arrived and I can’t wait to get them started!!! When I shift my focus to search for the joy, I find it….and I can’t wait to see what will grow during this time; but I guess it all depends on what is planted and what is nurtured. #sharethejoy2020 #growthmindset
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I am LOVING this opportunity to spend time with my family right now. Jude is thrilled to be shoveling and I’m thrilled to be able to plant my garden soon. I didn’t think I’d have time to get my garden done this year, with how busy it’s been at the shop but this time is a gift. And while uncertainty looms, I’m still ever so grateful for moments like this! #sharethejoy2020 #gardening #urbanfarmer #langleybc
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Hey! It’s Patti here! How are you doing? I’m okay. I feel a crying jag brewing. Been feeling like this for the past few days. Not because I’m depressed or panicking but I can feel the emotions rising and I know that I’ll need a big release soon. I keep reaching for the creative outlets like writing, painting, baking, sewing and singing but sometimes even they feel like too much effort. It’s okay to feel whatever you’re feeling. But if it’s contributing to a downward spiral then take measures to do healthy things. Things like going for a walk or FaceTiming a loved one. Or journaling or doing something creative or something that brings you joy! I’ll be sharing some things that bring me joy and I’d love to see things that bring you joy. If you use the hashtag #sharethejoy2020 we can all share in each other’s joy. Sound good? Looking forward to seeing your joy in the coming days!
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