52 Weeks of Happiness, Week 4

I had kindof a rough start to the week work-wise. I let myself feel the bad, negative stuff, so I could purge it and start over. (After all, tomorrow IS another day.)

I LOVE to color. It's very meditative for me. I have this book and the second one, too, and on a particularly taxing day, it makes me feel better.

This week I finally purchased an app for my phone that allows you to turn pictures to black and white and then re-color in a portion. On Monday night, I had SO much fun. It was my digital coloring.

Here is one of my "masterpieces." It also includes two things which bring me intense happiness...my son and the Beatles.



I KNOW this will bring me more joy and fun (and meditation) to come!

Jane Powell's Meditations

About 6 years ago, somehow I stumbled upon these daily meditations. I used to take the time to read them every morning, but somehow now just read the title daily and see if it looks like something that might give me a good feeling. If it's your thing, I encourage you to go to the site and sign up. You never know what great inspiration will be there.

Here is today's meditation.
Take Charge of Change
by Jane Powell on March 23, 2011

“Happy women embrace change.”

If you accept change, you allow circumstances to just happen to you. On the other hand, when you embrace change, you take charge and gain ownership of new opportunities. When you’re in the driver’s seat, your life is both more fulfilling and peaceful.

Recognize change for the positive effects it can have on your life. It’s the engine that propels you toward new and better things.

You need change. So, look for it, seize it and embrace it with enthusiasm. When you ride on the crest of change, you reach your destination sooner and feel better about the journey.

©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women

Today’s Affirmation: I recognize change is good for me and I embrace it with enthusiasm.

You can also purchase her book here.