Create a Life

I saw this and posted it on Facebook:

It has been a task for me and oh boy has my life changed from a year ago.  Taking stock in the leaps and changes that I made....I created.  I had a friend message me:

"....how did you/do you balance your job, with your art job, with your kids??!! I just feel like I am dying inside, working just to pay bills etc, its not making me happy...."

I just started typing Tracy's crazy words of advice:

"I fall apart most nights (ok not really but a glass of wine does wonders) wondering if I am getting it all right. 1 year ago I changed jobs, had bills and had to just leap a bit.  Plus I wanted to be at home with my kids as much as possible. I have a teenager sucking the life out of me right now so please don't think it is all happy.  

BUT........I did it. One year later I work from home most days so I can still do my most important job of being a mom. I earn a living AND I paint. Some people thought this painting deal was nuts some still do and what the heck am I doing....I had to make some leaps...thankfully my parents offered their support (which I can proudly say I nevered needed).  I was thankful for that safety net.  But I had to get my own medical...sacrifice and those who are not supportive...well adios.  

I want to make a difference in other's lives.....and practice what I preach. Live my truth.  Remember that you are strong and only you can make changes.

Small Steps...on the side look for another job.  It may not be a leap you need but small changes"

We chated for awhile and shared.  I ended it with:

"if you do nothing..nothing will happen."  

Sometimes we are forced to do something.  You hit a wall and you have no choice.  Or you mold it as you go along.  This chat made me take stock in my moment, what I am creating/   I am always re-adjusting my sails to find my wind.  

 I bought this journal and have been debating what to do with it.  I wanted it for something special and I think I know now.

so of course I had to buy the $8 matching napkins!

 Feeling inspired..........time to go Create a Life!

"Today is a new beginning; treat it that way.  Stop thinking about what might have been and starting looking at what can be. Say to yourself: “Dear Past, thank you for all the life lessons you have taught me.  Dear Future, I am ready now!”  Because a great beginning always occurs at the exact moment you thought would be the end of everything."

 

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Comments

[Jean Marmo]

Cheers to new beginnings! You are a positive influence for your kids and those who know you!

[sue schultheis]

Hi Tracy. Where did you get the quote at the end of your blog today? "Today is a new beginning........" is it yours or anonymous. Thanks. Sue

[annie vanderven]

You are such a ray of sunshine, you are doing the best you can ,it is all we can do..... You are quite an inspiration for a lot of us.

Annie v.

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thank you so much Annie.....loving my little life just the way it is and trying to do better all the time! ♥

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Thanks so much Jean!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Sue, I get several quotes from: http://www.marcandangel.com/ and I believe this came from one of their emails but I just cannot locate it. Great site to check out.

Tracy

[Kay Wallace]

You are truly an amazing friend, Tracy!

[Tracy Weinzapfel]

Ditto Kay!