Accepting the Unacceptable

A Happy New Year to all. After the entire family getting very sick and completely missing Christmas and New Years it's definitely happier over here now though it was a rough couple weeks. The past couple weeks has got me thinking about the word "acceptance." I was so disappointed that so many plans and family fun had to be cancelled. But we survived, we got through being quarantined. I mean, in reality, it always could be worse right? I fell behind on my blog, everything really. I also had to attend a funeral. So yes, it was rough. The key here is that I accept all of it. The rest of it too. I accept the fact that I have family members who are very sick. I accept that I am not in as good a shape as I'd like. I accept that I am not able to do as much with my music right now because I have two little ones. I accept that I have certain life scars that will always be there. I could go on and on. Here I am, getting back on with it, getting things done. Trying to do as much as I can anyway.

Over time I've become more calm about certain life situations. The uncontrollable scenarios and your basic BS that happens regardless of what you do. I've always been that person who doesn't really stress out and always looked to the positive but I've found after having kids it hits you even more. Learning to shut out the negative, let the uncontrollable just do it's thing and not worry about it. Live in the moment, enjoy every second and accept that it is what it is. Until its not. Words of wisdom right?

Last summer I picked up this book "Surfing Your Inner Sea - Essential Lessons for Lasting Serenity" by Raphael Cushnir. I'm not nearly even half way through it but its one that I intend to finish. Describes how to find inner peace of mind, how to surf your emotions and ride the waves instead of getting sucked under. It's so true. It's all about how you feel inside, what you choose in the mind to think, that's what matters. Accept the things in life, the way they are. A friend has told me more than once that I'm such a grounded person. I often find myself telling her to accept certain situations for what they are. This post is just a reminder for those who may need a little help seeing life's way, this way.

All the very best for a wonderful 2017!

Hugs, Nicky