Divine dissatisfaction. Have you ever heard the term? Rex Crain defines it as "The real you making a demand on the you that you've become and the you that you've settled for."
I personally believe that you will always have divine dissatisfaction...
It's that inner voice telling you that there is something more somewhere else waiting for you. Pushing you to keep searching.
Without it, you are stuck, no longer growing; no longer learning in this adventure of life. Each adventure that we take shapes us and prepares us for a new adventure in the future. What we will learn will not be determined until they are in use (dang it)! Everything enters in our life for a season and each season has a different timeline.
It is SO easy to get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of life that before you know it you stop and wonder where has all the time gone? I know from experience! With the Christmas season in full swing and school breaks about to begin, life has gotten CRAZY! I have pushed and pushed and pushed myself for the last few months to sacrifice more of myself- time and energy, and today that divine dissatisfaction is strong!
I am reminded to stop and be still for a bit and listen to the guidance of that inner voice...there is so much more to this thing called life than wake up, get the kids off to school, laundry, chores, pick the kids up, take them to their commitments, dinner, bed, repeat. And that's a quite day! LOL!
Do you have divine dissatisfaction? What is your inner voice telling you? Or have you been squelching - "I don't have time", "I deal with that later", etc.? If you find yourself in a rut or no longer happy doing what your doing; it's time for change. What will that change be? I'm interested to know!
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Saturday, December 10, 2011
New Adventures on the horizon....
In September, I left a job that I had been at off and on for the last 20 years. There wasn't a particular reason; my season there had just ended. Since then, I have been enjoying a hiatus. Not really pursuing what the "next job" would be.
My husband Brett and I are very active in MonaVie, in addition to the delicious and amazing products we LOVE the personal connections and new relationships that have formed because of this business and I looked forward to spending more of my time in such a positive environment. But, even I know that having just one form of income isn't the best financial plan. With that said, I also say this - having more than one focus requires organization and planning. Good thing I'm a little OCD!
I've had many thoughts of my own along with suggestions by family and friends for "job" ideas but none of them really stirred the excitement within me. Although they were all things that I am interested in (photography, graphic design, computer assistance, and more) each idea had a little spot that I think would hold me back from really making it successful. I didn't like the hesitation I felt so I didn't pursue any of those ideas.
Then, two different opportunities came across my path within days of each other! I was very surprised at how excited I became! Even better - both opportunities can work together! Both ideas are currently in their infant stages but I can not WAIT to share when I have more!
Stay Tuned!
Monday, November 28, 2011
Photography Fun: TriCities
I made a quick trip to the TriCities today to do some birthday and Christmas shopping. On the route to the mall is Columbia Park along the beautiful Columbia River. This park also hosts the Hydroplane Races every year in July. I am not sure that I should admit this but I have NEVER stopped at this park AND I have never seen the races....but I stopped today! (I'm so proud of me!! LOL!)
When I pulled into the park I was surprised by this amazing Regional Veterans Memorial! I say surprised as this park is just off HWY 240, I look at this park EVERY time I pass, and I have not seen that this memorial exists! It's not small people! LOL!
As I was walking from my car to the memorial, I was looking around to see the memorial from different angles to take pictures from. A group of geese nearby definitely caught my attention. I stopped for a minute and watched as they lined up single file to cross the street! Then they took one step up from the grass onto the curbing and then one step carefully down to the street and waddled across. I kind of assumed there would be more of a jump with both feet; it's a tall curb! I also found it interesting that they each have their own unique waddle. One kicked it's feet out in front, another was very careful, almost dainty, with its feet. I found it very interesting!
As I took a closer look through my camera I noticed that many of them were banded on their leg. Ok, not so unusual. But one goose was also banded around its neck! Big 'ol band! I've asked Brett what that band is for and he said he's never seen it! I watched them for a bit longer and then I turned back to the memorial.
This is one spectacular site to see especially with the Columbia River in the background! As I was setting up a shot of the center pillar with the info tablet, a flock of geese flew overhead and landed in the river! I did catch it in my picture but it doesn't truly capture the sensations that went through me at that very moment. I was in awe!
You'll never believe this but it was the very SAME group of geese that I had been so captivated by earlier! How do I know? Why that neck band on the one goose in the group!
I walked out of the memorial and went to the edge of the river to take water pictures of the geese. Two things I found HILARIOUS! First, that one goose was VERY vocal and separated itself from the group as if it were saying "look at me! take pictures of me!" as it circled around. The other funny, was that they all started to line up as if they were in the air - in V formation! Do geese do that? Line up everywhere? The air, to cross the street, in the water??
I all of a sudden felt a personal connection with this flock! They were a bit OCD like me! hehehe!
When I pulled into the park I was surprised by this amazing Regional Veterans Memorial! I say surprised as this park is just off HWY 240, I look at this park EVERY time I pass, and I have not seen that this memorial exists! It's not small people! LOL!
As I was walking from my car to the memorial, I was looking around to see the memorial from different angles to take pictures from. A group of geese nearby definitely caught my attention. I stopped for a minute and watched as they lined up single file to cross the street! Then they took one step up from the grass onto the curbing and then one step carefully down to the street and waddled across. I kind of assumed there would be more of a jump with both feet; it's a tall curb! I also found it interesting that they each have their own unique waddle. One kicked it's feet out in front, another was very careful, almost dainty, with its feet. I found it very interesting!
As I took a closer look through my camera I noticed that many of them were banded on their leg. Ok, not so unusual. But one goose was also banded around its neck! Big 'ol band! I've asked Brett what that band is for and he said he's never seen it! I watched them for a bit longer and then I turned back to the memorial.
This is one spectacular site to see especially with the Columbia River in the background! As I was setting up a shot of the center pillar with the info tablet, a flock of geese flew overhead and landed in the river! I did catch it in my picture but it doesn't truly capture the sensations that went through me at that very moment. I was in awe!
You'll never believe this but it was the very SAME group of geese that I had been so captivated by earlier! How do I know? Why that neck band on the one goose in the group!
I walked out of the memorial and went to the edge of the river to take water pictures of the geese. Two things I found HILARIOUS! First, that one goose was VERY vocal and separated itself from the group as if it were saying "look at me! take pictures of me!" as it circled around. The other funny, was that they all started to line up as if they were in the air - in V formation! Do geese do that? Line up everywhere? The air, to cross the street, in the water??
I all of a sudden felt a personal connection with this flock! They were a bit OCD like me! hehehe!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
I'm back!
(Sing to the tune of "Welcome Back, Kotter") Welcome back! Welcome back! Welcome back!
What a way to return than with a creative moment! Ok, so the creativity is primarily by Shutterfly but the fact that I did a project is noteworthy! LOL!
I have challenged myself to a 365 project....Wanting to pick up my camera again and get shooting! A little blogging could help make that a reality! Please help keep me accountable! Follow me on Facebook & my Mrs. Moses Lake Blog! This will be FUN!
So, until tomorrow, please enjoy this little preview of our Holiday Card!
What a way to return than with a creative moment! Ok, so the creativity is primarily by Shutterfly but the fact that I did a project is noteworthy! LOL!
I have challenged myself to a 365 project....Wanting to pick up my camera again and get shooting! A little blogging could help make that a reality! Please help keep me accountable! Follow me on Facebook & my Mrs. Moses Lake Blog! This will be FUN!
So, until tomorrow, please enjoy this little preview of our Holiday Card!
Monday, November 21, 2011
Always make sure you are listening....
Sometimes I feel like the movie Transformers; the part where Bumblebee speaks through the radio. I feel that God is talking directly to me.
Today I'm going through a bunch of mixed emotions, this song comes on and just answers all of my feelings....maybe this will speak to you too! God Bless!
Today I'm going through a bunch of mixed emotions, this song comes on and just answers all of my feelings....maybe this will speak to you too! God Bless!
Thursday, May 20, 2010
School's Almost Out...
This school year has been quite the journey. On top of the everyday busyness in life we have been searching for more information and ways to help Alissa with Dyslexia. This is something that has been a part of my family for generations, every member affected by it has had different challenges. I know from my personal experience, it was really frustrating to work my bootie off to receive an average grade. I have seen signs in Alissa since the first grade but each year I’d bring it to the teachers attention it was “age appropriate”; well this year it is no longer “age appropriate”.
These past years, the school had no information/suggestions; Google dyslexia and the information can be overwhelming! How do you know what’s good information and what’s not? You want the best for your child, you want this struggle to be overcome; where do you go? Even though this learning disability has been researched for over 30 years, help is hard to find. We live in between major cities, so most suggested locations to go to are about a 3 hour travel time alone (roundtrip) plus however long the appointment is. But you make whatever sacrifices you possibly can (time, financial, etc) if you think it can help your child.
This year a suggestion was given, vision therapy; we jumped on it! We got her tested, signed up for the once a week in office 1 hour therapy sessions, 5 days a week at home therapy (should take about 20 minutes each night but it took Alissa 30-45 minutes each night to complete), and diligently participated in this out-of-town program for 12 weeks. After about 6-8 weeks the struggle started at home of Alissa not wanting to do the therapy homework. At first, we just viewed it as she was challenged and uncomfortable and we pushed through. But then it became a fight to complete the exercises! A major concern that pushed this journey was Alissa’s struggle to get information from her head to her paper and full comprehension from the paper to her head; do this all verbally there is no issue; ask her to write it and she shuts down! At this point in vision therapy, we were expecting that some way to tackle this huge missing link would be in sight, yet it was still a major concern. We weren’t expecting an overnight change but we were hoping to see something!
What do you do when you don’t know where else to look? You talk to EVERYONE you know! Soon, I had more information in my hands then I knew what to do with! Then I had to sort through that; what is good sound information, what is too experimental. It was very overwhelming! But I was thankful that I had it all; I had the answer somewhere in all of this! The strongest piece of information I received from my friend in California.(CALIFORNIA people! Truly, talk to ALL of your friends!) She told me to check out this website and watch a seminar online; I did. Suddenly, I no longer felt like I was crazy; that I wasn’t making a mountain out of a molehill. This really is an issue for my child and here’s an answer to my prayers.
We are still in the entry stages of this journey. For the last 7 weeks we have been in contact with our family physician, school psychologist, certified dyslexic tester, pediatric neurophycologist, the creator of the system we are going to use, and back to the school. There has been a battle of “who’s” issue this is to tackle; is it medical or is it educational? I hope and pray that we have found an out from the educational/medical issue battle! More on that in a later post.
The system that we are about to begin is one recognized by the International Dyslexia Association. This is BIG; there are only a few that have that honor. The only ones that have that honor are Orton Gillingham based programs. Our plan is to begin this summer. The program takes anywhere from 18-36 months; but it is one Brett & I can do with Alissa at home. Again, we are just starting this journey and there is a long road ahead. I expect that more challenges will come but I’ve made it this far and believe me getting here wasn’t easy! All I can say is BRING IT!
These past years, the school had no information/suggestions; Google dyslexia and the information can be overwhelming! How do you know what’s good information and what’s not? You want the best for your child, you want this struggle to be overcome; where do you go? Even though this learning disability has been researched for over 30 years, help is hard to find. We live in between major cities, so most suggested locations to go to are about a 3 hour travel time alone (roundtrip) plus however long the appointment is. But you make whatever sacrifices you possibly can (time, financial, etc) if you think it can help your child.
This year a suggestion was given, vision therapy; we jumped on it! We got her tested, signed up for the once a week in office 1 hour therapy sessions, 5 days a week at home therapy (should take about 20 minutes each night but it took Alissa 30-45 minutes each night to complete), and diligently participated in this out-of-town program for 12 weeks. After about 6-8 weeks the struggle started at home of Alissa not wanting to do the therapy homework. At first, we just viewed it as she was challenged and uncomfortable and we pushed through. But then it became a fight to complete the exercises! A major concern that pushed this journey was Alissa’s struggle to get information from her head to her paper and full comprehension from the paper to her head; do this all verbally there is no issue; ask her to write it and she shuts down! At this point in vision therapy, we were expecting that some way to tackle this huge missing link would be in sight, yet it was still a major concern. We weren’t expecting an overnight change but we were hoping to see something!
What do you do when you don’t know where else to look? You talk to EVERYONE you know! Soon, I had more information in my hands then I knew what to do with! Then I had to sort through that; what is good sound information, what is too experimental. It was very overwhelming! But I was thankful that I had it all; I had the answer somewhere in all of this! The strongest piece of information I received from my friend in California.(CALIFORNIA people! Truly, talk to ALL of your friends!) She told me to check out this website and watch a seminar online; I did. Suddenly, I no longer felt like I was crazy; that I wasn’t making a mountain out of a molehill. This really is an issue for my child and here’s an answer to my prayers.
We are still in the entry stages of this journey. For the last 7 weeks we have been in contact with our family physician, school psychologist, certified dyslexic tester, pediatric neurophycologist, the creator of the system we are going to use, and back to the school. There has been a battle of “who’s” issue this is to tackle; is it medical or is it educational? I hope and pray that we have found an out from the educational/medical issue battle! More on that in a later post.
The system that we are about to begin is one recognized by the International Dyslexia Association. This is BIG; there are only a few that have that honor. The only ones that have that honor are Orton Gillingham based programs. Our plan is to begin this summer. The program takes anywhere from 18-36 months; but it is one Brett & I can do with Alissa at home. Again, we are just starting this journey and there is a long road ahead. I expect that more challenges will come but I’ve made it this far and believe me getting here wasn’t easy! All I can say is BRING IT!
Friday, September 4, 2009
Hello there...
I'm BACK! (Yes, I know that it's been awhile and I'm so sorry that I've kept you waiting for so long! ) New banner, no profile pic as of yet, and as always, lots to share!
Let's see, can I summarize 5 months in a post? Without making it pages long? Let me try...
April: we stayed home for Spring Break, but staying home doesn't mean it didn't stay crazy busy! I took pictures of the girls at the park, completed some house projects, the girls had a sleepover, Jeff & Jennifer welcomed their new addition to the family Kai Joesph....
Alissa took a Hunter's Education class; GREAT experience for Brett to share with his daughter.
I was inaugurated into Facebook (FB) and was completely sucked in! Blame FB for my absence! LOL!! Seriously, it's been fun! I've reconnected with so many people! I've been able to keep in better touch with all sorts of friends and family! Quick posts here and there; it's been great!
May: BUSY, BUSY, BUSY!!! Jillian had a dance performance at Kid's Festival while Alissa and Brett attended range day for Hunter's Ed., I cut off my hair (from mid back to above my shoulders).
We went camping at Tunk Mtn. above Riverside, WA where we pasture the cows for the spring /summer. It was a working "vacation" for Brett - fixing fence. It was really a lot of fun I have to admit. Josh, Jeff, Chelesy, and Levi joined us!
The girls had a Jog-A-Thon for school, dance performance at the Spring Festival, BBQ & Boating season officially began, we had a great visit with Nana and Aunt Almyra, and Brett had first cutting.
June: I started my summer vacation from the office to be home with the girls, the girls and I made a quick trip to Portland and visited with Nana, the girls had Spirit Week the final week of school, a Father's Day Mariner's Game for Brett, Jeff, Larry, and Ken,
Dance Recital, the start of many playdates to come,
Camping at Liberty,
Vacation Bible School, and the start of swimming lessons.
July: finished up swimming lessons, 2nd cutting for Brett, gymnastics camp, dance camps begin, rollerskating, Nana here for a visit, celebrated Ken's 80th BDay and the 4th of July along with taking some family pics (thank you Nena!),
Montana with the Chapmans, Jonni's Wedding (in MT, Charli's sister),
August: attended the Festival of Homes in ML (great way to get ideas for home projects), start work on new playhouse, more dance camps, and Grant Co. Fair & Rodeo time!
Brett & I took the girls to Seattle for their first Mariners game; before the game we enjoyed dinner at the Crab Pot.
And, on August 27th Brett & I celebrate 15 years of marriage...love you babe!
So, there you have the last 5 months; not a short post but now we're all caught up! My goal is to blog at least once a month but I would like to make it weekly. Let's see how I do. :)
Bye for now!
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