choosing::

I'm choosing to see this day through a different lens. Choosing to not keep the current habits I've seemed to take on. I'm choosing to see the beauty of today - the little bit of shopping I did at Target first thing this morning where I purchased these fun shoes. Choosing to love the quiet moments in the studio before everyone arriving for Wild Writing. Choosing to love each and every woman that shows up every week to spill their stories. The courage they show and help me show is undeniable.  Choosing to take a much needed walk all by myself to capture all the amazing colors blooming right now. Choosing to not go down a slippery slope of made up conversations in my head. Choosing to show up just as I am with an old friend. Choosing to share what I hadn't intended. Choosing to take care of myself first. Choosing to drink more water than usual. Choosing to pick out the expensive salted dark chocolates. Choosing to head home at a decent time. Choosing to not engage in arguments with a 7 year old. Choosing to look into the mirror and say I love you because I really needed to hear it today from myself. Choosing to be gentle, to be kind, to show love and compassion. Choosing a different story today...