This week I received another rejection (the worst kind, a form letter). Someone in a position of power, or a keeper of the gate, deemed my work to be unworthy. But that’s not true. It is worthy. Worth my time and passion and focus. Worthy of sharing with the wide world, adding beauty or humor or even goofiness to a too serious landscape. Although my heart throws a tiny pity party with each form letter, my brain knows that NO is one step closer to a YES.
Many success stories are founded on persistence rather than an instantaneous value judgement of good or great by the masses. Years of dedicated, steady work is the only preparation for an overnight success.
Often, I respond to a NO with a Why bother? Why not read all day or take up knitting? I never do. Nor should you. There is a deep drive within leading you to do what you do. Celebrate every NO for what it is: you responding to a deeper YES.
Exploring Up Close…
I recently went exploring with two of our granddaughters. We donned safari hats, carried tote bags with snacks and a magnifying glass tucked into one pocket. I love that our new home came with a green space across the street, something I missed in our townhome that we moved from last year. You forget how…
Quote of the Week…
“Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” Zig Ziglar, 1926- 2012
My Easter Basket…
Happy Easter Monday, the second day of Easter Week which is sometimes called the Octave of Easter; eight days spanning from Easter Sunday to “Bright” Sunday. In the Christian tradition, the miracle of Christ’s resurrection is the most holy of celebrations. Easter stands for rebirth and renewal, perfectly coinciding with the bright green promise of…
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