I've just made an announcement on Facebook that I'm pretty excited about. I've been playing games there - Farmville and especially Cityville. The games started out being something that I could do on those days when pain or fibro fog prevented me from doing much else, but quickly developed into a daily habit. And I won't lie. I've had fun with them. But they really are time consuming and just a wee bit addictive.
My announcement was that I've decided to stop playing both games so that I could focus on planning the beginnings of my CreativeARTitudes and ARTbundance coaching business and on nurturing this blog and creating a fantastic freebie for all of you. To have the time and grace to make and learn art and nurture my connections within the creative community. And to create a second blog focused on '99'ers and frugality ('99'ers is the term used for those of us whose unemployment benefit extensions have expired).
Being ill with bronchitis lately has been really difficult in the sense that I haven't had the health or energy to focus on anything else. But, starting the healing process has given me plenty of time for contemplation and the grace to truly appreciate the wisdom and support that exists within and around me.
My financial situation IS hard; my health is a huge challenge too. But my current circumstances don't negate the fact that I have a lifetime of experience and wisdom to offer, or that I've finally found the things that truly speak to my heart and soul - life balance and creativity coaching and creating art.
With my background, I've always found trust to be an issue. Trust in myself? Trust in others? Trust in the Universe and what it holds for me? Ha! And yet I've come to a place where that trust is not only necessary, but essential. To my well-being, to my survival, to my ability to grow and thrive.
And so I am taking a leap of faith. I'm wrapping courage and conviction around myself. I'm embracing this year and this time that seems to be all about new directions and new adventures! Woohoo!! I hope that you'll travel along with me on this journey!
Ohhh I know just what you mean, they are addictive and take up far too much of precious art time. Will be with you on your new adventure
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Did you grab your freebie this weekend from my Dezinaworld blog? if not, please feel free to help yourself.
hope you have a wonderful week
hugs June
Wonderfully written, Cynthia! It's said that first step can be the hardest when it comes to leaps of faith. BUT, they also reap the greatest blessings and rewards! I use to play a lot of games on FB, too, but like you it got so time consuming that I could be doing something else positive. There are so many things we have to do our own way, or can't do at all. Like you a few months back I decided to do the things I'm able to do that are quality and worthwhile events! Keep up with your writing! I enjoy it very much!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your gifts and thoughts. I will be following your journey <3
ReplyDeleteI'm full of admiration for you and really looking forward to following your progress as your plans unfold - because I *know* you can do it!!! Baby steps... <3
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your leap of faith!
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Yay Cynthia,
ReplyDeleteWell done on finding the time to make your leap and make your dreams begin to bear fruit.
Yay for you! I followed your link from Just Be Yourself! I agree...sometimes that first step can be the most difficult! BUT you did it...best wishes as you move forward! From one '99'er to another...hugs!
ReplyDeleteThank you June! I have grabbed my freebie - what fun :) I also read about your Friday link ups...I'm still new enough to blogging for the idea to be new to me, but I think I'll plan on participating some time soon!
ReplyDeleteBobbie, thanks for the wonderful compliments - and for following my blog!
ReplyDeleteHaving priorities and healthy, strong boundaries is even more important for those of us living with chronic illness and disabilities, isn't it?
Oh, and I'm really enjoying your writing too!
Anonymous, Rita AND Louise - thank you so much for being here and for your words of encouragement and support! I appreciate every word :)
ReplyDeleteMaisy, without your support, encouragement & techie wisdom I would be without this blog and I so appreciate all that you are and do! You've made my baby steps so much easier to take ;)
ReplyDeleteAnita, I enjoy your ning group - I think you must have a little bit of everything creative there, lol. Thanks for the best wishes - and it's nice to know that you're a fellow '99'er too.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes, Cynthia on your new goals! I can't wait to see what transpires:)
ReplyDeleteYay Cynthia, the whole ARTbundance community is beneath you with a lovely net of wonderful dreams as you leap! :-)
ReplyDeleteJill, thank you! It's a process and I'm at the very beginning of it but so excited to be moving forward and to be able to share the journey :)
ReplyDeleteHi Paula! I'm so thrilled that you stopped by! I plan on being on the upcoming practice calls. Knowing that the ARTbundance community is there really helps to motivate and inspire me!
ReplyDeleteHi Cynthia, I wish you joy and abundance on your journey.
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