Strong. Fearless.Wise

Taken in Downtown Ft  Co.8.30.12

Sometimes blessings come after the storm

               I took this picture after the rain storm Tuesday. I had one of those gut feelings we were going to be blessed as soon I as I saw that double rainbow. Sure enough, later that day I found out my best friend had gone into labor & later that evening had her baby. Going into labor 3weeks early due to other complications is no easy task. But, the little bundle of joy is quite the blessing!  New life is a incredible gift to hold. I'm so thankful.

My Paintings are on display@ Mugs in Ft Collins

                                    Hey!!!17 of my paintings will be on display from now til end of September. Mugs coffee lounge supports local companies, has beautiful positive environment, amazing coffee, & wonderful food!!!

 Go grab an great cup of coffee and check them out!!!

 306 West Laurel Fort Collins, Co

Mugs Coffee Lounge @ the Oval location

Happiness

Simple

Taken in Ft Collins

Following the light

 "There are far, far better things ahead than any we leave behind."-C.S. Lewis     

When things are hard...

“To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.”

Cliffs of Moher: In the studio steps of the Painting

I thought I'd share a few steps as I paint a piece :)
 Step 1:Sky

Step 2: Landscape & Shadows

 Step 3: Water....Not Quite finished need to work out some details

 In 2005, I was fortunate enough to see this beautiful place in person! The Cliffs of Moher in Galway  is breath taking and is truly one of my favorite places I've been...Someday I will return:)
Here's the Finished Product!!!

"If you trip in life, make it part of your dance"-unknown

 Lon Hagler Lake trail run

YES!!!

Have you been practicing to be awesome???

The Links Matter

What's holding you back?
              ..Issues may bring you down? Remember it has no control over you. Emotions/sickness/people/work stress can really hang on us. TAKE CONTROL! First acknowledge it is an issue. Do what you can in the moment---develop a plan on how to handle it--->Keep it outside your invisible force field. If you carry it everywhere/talk about it/be angry/fearful/upset-->it cause extra unnecessary stress on your body. Stress causes our bodies to be more susceptible to diseases, allergies,  and illness.
      Sooo... take a breathe in.....and out.....Let it go..... I'm not saying to forget your problems, they'll still be there, but you will no longer carry them throughout the day. You'll notice overall more balance with more focus, be happier, increased energy, and certainly more pleasant to be around :)

    
So get ready to pump those legs & swing higher!
       
       Get ready to be inspired and create more links



Smile.Laugh.Love.Be Inspired. Remember the small links matter.

Positive and negative are directions. Which direction do you choose?

Clear Thinkin’ soup

For those days you just dont feel so good or just need some good soup:)
Noodle free, Meat Free, vegetable pho’

Serves 4

1  quart of Vegetable pho- broth (can use vegetable broth)

2  zucchini chopped

3  cloves of garlic

¼ C  chopped green chili peppers

1  chopped sweet onion (small)

1  pkg bean sprouts (8oz)

1  can of water chestnuts

1  tsp xylitol or agave

1  tbsp of dried lemon basil or 1/3 c fresh basil

2 Tbsp coconut oil

Salt to taste

1/8 tsp turmeric

         Step 1:  Heat coconut oil & Saute chopped onion until fully cooked. Constantly stirring, gradually add garlic, green chili peppers, zucchini, bean sprouts and water chestnuts until saute till mostly cooked.
        Step 2: Add broth, salt, xylitol and lemon basil to sauteed veggies. Lightly stir & simmer for 5-7minutes. Serve and top with optional condiments.

Optional condiments:
Fresh Lime
Hot chili sauce
cinnamon
Sunflower seeds

I've got nothing to do today but smile.” ― Simon and Garfunkel

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