Stef! What a cute picture of you.

I have obviously lost touch. Congratulations are in order! So, congratulations.

And... I have nothing to say about what you wrote, because I, my dear, am in pretty much the same boat. But questioning is good. It shows you are awake and listening...

Smoochies.

I am a woman writing you from far away, in Japan. I have been the silent reader of you blog for a long time. Sorry for my poor English, I am not a native speaker! I have been always enjoying your sincere writings about your thoughts, days and family. I think you are great enough at the moment, as most of the people can not be honest enough to criticize themselves easily. However, some of us, especially women, have the trend and the will to be PERFECT in every aspect of our lives! I am one of them, and it always takes me much time to grow an idea from my mind to the act! I think we should BEGIN living our dreams. Of course we will not be in the dream land from the first day, however, beginning is the most important step. If you almost know your way, no need to wait to make it 100% sure! We will learn through the way but not before starting it and we will always have the time to correct the mistakes and change our ways to the better ones. No matter if the outcome would not be good enough, you can make it better then. Just start the way, the life coach which is inside you will lead you! I felt it whenever I could overcome my worries and get started! You are now just showing lots of creativity in your sincere blog. I am certain that you can do it in your life too!

I "hear" a woman who is exasperated and fed up with the fact that you want more but haven't been able to achieve it and I find this level of frustration can be a great motivator. I've been there time and again. You'd think I'd know better by now not to wait until I reach that point of "I'VE HAD IT!" but I still very often do, and that's OK. When I reach that point I know I'm on to something - I run with it. Channel that energy into taking steps towards what you really want. Stay focused. :)

I so relate. Day after day I sit behind a computer doing clerical work and I wonder...am I wasting my life, my talent, my creativity? I do all the things listed that you do. And sometimes I get sick of all the talking (and writing) about it. But then at least we do talk about it...I think that keeps it alive. I would rather it torment me than fade away. At least the tormenting keeps me striving. And there are little places in my life where I am/have just what I imagine. I know you have those too. Be kind to yourself. Being a catepillar is not bad...it's just that the butterfly seems to get all the glory. You are enough...just as you are...and from your blog I can that is really something special and beautiful...I hope your spirit can rest in that truth.

And...cute, cute pic.

Your expression and body language are enchanting. I love this image of you! You're ready to plow those proverbial fields, girl! I can see the fire in your eyes. From time to time when I actually find myself on my authentic path, it feels effortless, no struggle. The toughest part is getting out of my own way. A zen mindset of not being concerned with the outcome is helpful in that. The Word Wrangling Women, Laurie and Mark and all the people who encourage me, make a space for me to be who I will become. I'm holding that space for you too. xoxox- mare

Hey! Remember to be nice to you. You are doing more than you even realize right now...

i LOVE this picture of you! so mischievious & sweet & full of life!
Life coaches help, bit by bit by holding you accountable and supporting you... i recommend it, but you can also just go for it!