"When you can make money doing what you want, you will be shocked how your passion for life will be reignited."

I read an old journal of mine tonight. Old words can ring true at the newest times. 

August 20, 2013

"To all of my previous, failed attempts at journaling- I laugh at you. This time around there are no expectations or even hopes of what you will become. Currently, each page is blank and that is how I will approach them.  

In this moment I want to write vaguely about life.. On nights like tonight, everything is clear to me. Everything makes sense in an odd way. I don't have all the answers, but I see the beauty in that. I feel that I recently turned a new page in life. I didn't find me; I've created me. I'm appreciative of everything. I'm focused on health, positive relationships, and doing what makes me feel at ease. To feel so damn comfortable in my skin is so amazing and I wonder if other people feel this too. I hope so."

I enjoy writing and dabbling in new adventures. Likewise, my heart is excited about this recent idea that was passed on to me: A Gratitude Journal. A consistent reminder to never take anything for granted. Each night before slumber I will scribble down three things that I am grateful for. Sometimes it will be "small" and other times it will be bigger picture ideas. I can already tell you that in the first week I will have written down: broccoli, my computer, nice pens, laughter, trail hikes, and my cat Blu (probably twice). 

I envision this idea taking my dreams to wonderful places. I am quirky in the way that I like to create lists at the end of a long day to include everything I have accomplished and then, naturally, I check them all off. Man that feels good. I too like to write stories, ideas, goals, etc. Each day will be different and lovely just the same. 

Maine

Maine stole my heart a while back