The Japanese art of Kintsukuroi, which repairs cracked pottery with precious metals, metaphorically represents healing a broken heart by filling emotional cracks with love and compassion. Imagining the liquid gold, platinum, and silver flowing through the heart, healing its cracks, signifies strength and renewal. It indicates that through struggle and healing, one can emerge stronger and more beautiful, like a mended pottery piece.
Today is October 30th and I can't believe how incredibly fast this fall season is moving. There's so much truth to the saying, "The days are long but the years are short." I wish I knew who first said this so I can give them the proper credit. Recently I have found myself thinking of … Continue reading A Path to Healing
It’s a get-up and do some breathing, meditation, walking the dog, studying, and eating healthy oatmeal with blueberries kind of Saturday morning. Typically I start my day with the things I “have” to get done. In other words, work. Grading, laundry, cleaning, housekeeping, yard work, and during the week going to my full-time job. More … Continue reading Start Your Day with Self-Care
Daily writing promptWhat’s your go-to comfort food?View all responses Many foods provide me with nostalgic memories and make my heart happy. These include my mom's noodles and cabbage, my aunt's "pork chop slop" and my green bean casserole. These dishes have been served and devoured for years during celebrations, times of sadness, and regular family … Continue reading Comfort in Mac-n-Cheese
Thankful. Grateful. Humble. Kind. 