Nothing like the excitement of a road trip, the soothing effect of a walk in nature and the company of a loving friend to make you appreciate life in the moment – and beyond. I am sitting in my chair at the Mayo, 24 hours later, determined to hold onto these images of beauty and feelings of hope and possibility, as the “healing medicines” (my new mindset!) flow into my body. I also remembered to breathe yesterday…such a simple concept and one that is easily ignored during the deepest, direst moments of distress. I believe that I have the power to overcome the worst of what I am going through. I just, somehow, have to find the fortitude to motivate myself to do things like paint, write, exercise, meditate and yes, breathe, even when I don’t feel like it. Especially when I don’t feel like it. It’s time to dig deep for those reserves of strength and perserverance. While I am frustrated at my lack of creative productivity over these last few months, I suddenly feel incredibly energized to create…as if the flood gates are about to burst. Wouldn’t that be lovely?! Sending love and light…
Feb. 6, 2013
Judy Richter 