Oh, July.
I'm sad to see you go. You've been good to us this year and we've had oodles of fun.
We never quite know what to expect from you July, in terms ofweather but this year? This year, you were amazing. Gorgeous sunny days, no rain(!), and not too, too hot. (Some days were HOT).
Beautiful.
In terms of how we fared in life, July, you threw a lot at us. At me. But we survived it! And the lessons we came through were grand! Big philosophical shifts took place for at least four out of four members of this tribe and I am grateful.
My boy learned a good lesson in respect: how to be respectful and how to expect respect. It was a good one; the kick we both needed to set us in a good place together. I love how kids seems to sort themselves out better after 17. It's a rough ride through 13-17, but at least it goes pretty fast. And I'm glad I have another 4 years or so before I hit the teens again. (this time with a girl!)
My husband learned that life is too short when you're a family man to be working yourself to the brink of burnout to keep others happy. (The perils of working for yourself). I'm sure there's a lesson in self worth there somewhere too but we won't push it. He gets it. And Ilove him for that so much.
I learned that mindfulness, self care, and loving kindness are my necessary approaches to life. This is how I navigate. It's how I roll. It's my jam, man, and I'm happyto be moving forward into the world of practicing mindfulness as a way of life. The photo above is one I snapped early this morning on my stroll to the beach to meditate::a new practice I'm beginning NOW. So. Awesome.
And, our girl. Well she learned that being brave has big, happy rewards, that when you're eight years old, you no longer need to believe in monsters and that she is so perfect just the way she is.
Pretty fantastic if you ask me. I couldn't have planned for better.
Yes, July you were big and bold and beautiful. You gave us love and taught us how to nurture ourselves and each other better. You were the month that burned away the fog of confusion from the first part of the year.
Thank you for that. I am grateful and feeling blessed.
And now, I welcome August, the swan song to summer. Let us be continually blessed in your presence.
Happy Wednesday! Go forth & be awesome people. Thanks for reading along with me, I love ya!!