sunday wishes

each person deserves a day away in which no problems are confronted, 

no solutions are searched for. - maya angelou

This quote was posted on Instagram last week; I’d never seen/heard it before and was compelled to snap and send it to some of my friends who just can’t seem to shut it down even when their mind, body, soul and hearts ask them to. Over a year ago, I put an appointment on my calendar under the entry “sacred sunday”. Almost every Sunday since that moment, I’ve made sure fresh flowers are in my home, gotten up as early as my body wants to (usually in the dark), lit candles, put on a pair of earrings, meditated, sometimes have tea or latte as dawn arises, and taken the day to just do whatever comes up…even if that means absolutely nothing. More often than not, I read, write, collage, listen to music, cook, go out with the camera when it’s warm or snowy, watch old B&W movies, nap or, on occasion, brunch with a friend. With the exception of posting my blog, more recently I’ve stopped turning on my laptop and have slowly started to refrain from checking social media, emails, and even answering the phone (though I do take a look at least twice during the day to be sure I’ve not missed anything family or friend urgent). 

Sunday is and has been my day away for awhile now, I am better for the time taken. So on this Sunday, I’m wishing you sacred moments whenever you can find them or better still, make a date with yourself and when you do…

keep your peepers open!®

ps - I know an entire day is not doable for many, so find an hour if you can.

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sunday signs

There are moments in time when I am left without words as I observe the happenings of the world in which we live, times when we just need to pray.  

May the signs of the time encourage you to determine how you can make a difference as you…

keep your peepers open!®

collage print by tina scott lassiter, entitled “…in the balance”

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sunday thought

Wednesday is Valentine’s Day and the choice to celebrate it is a personal one. Whether you do or don’t, do let it serve as a reminder for heart health, remember to love yours, and as you do…

keep your peepers open!®

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sunday moment

treat yourself like the guest of honor in your own life…

I read this phrase somewhere recently, for some reason shouted out loud, DAMN RIGHT, and then immediately knew I had to spread the words!! 

Each of us deserves to be treated well however, being well treated starts with treating ourselves well, so ponder that for a moment, have a spectacular Sunday (or whatever day you happen upon this), and…

keep your peepers open!®

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sunday latte

golden glow TiLatte…

a morning meditative awakening of the senses

1 1/2 cups almond milk

1/2 tsp coconut oil

splash of vanilla extract 

1/2 to 1 whole star anise pod

1 tsp ground turmeric

1/2 tsp ground ginger

1/2 tsp ground cinnamon

1/8 tsp nutmeg

dash of ground cloves

1 tsp raw honey

place spices (except star anise) and honey into a heat safe jar

bring milk, coconut oil, vanilla and star anise to a frothy boil stirring every now and again to keep from scorching; remove star anise pod and pour liquid into jar. before putting on the top, allow liquid to cool slightly then seal tightly and shake. carefully open, pour into your favorite mug, find a comfortable quiet place to sit and…

feel the warmth of the mug against your palms 

notice the flecks of brown spices against the deep golden yellow liquor

close your eyes as you inhale the aromatics 

exhale, then take a sip noticing the delicious nuance of each spice as it washes over your palate 

take a deep breath then hum quietly the sound mmmmmmmm allowing it to caress your ears as a golden vibration and glow moves through and awakens your body

continue to sip, breathe, and mmmmmmm as you welcome the day ahead…

keep your peepers open!®

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sunday reflection

Women are head strong and determined.  When we put our minds to it, we get to it and things get done…pronto! As we continue pressing forward, we must keep in mind that the answers to the issues that affect women (and men) are not just black and white. It is only with informed thought and the individual and collective actions we take as a result of what we think, combined with strength, courage, tenacity, and bringing to the table voices from all races, genders, socio-economic classes, religions, professions, and those with differing opinions that will bring about change for all. The time truly is now, so…

keep your peepers open!®

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sunday gratitude

I’ve said many times that I do not make New Year’s resolutions and this year was no exception. However, my entire being told me that I needed some adjustments after a stressful end of the year and some well felt bumps from earlier in 2017 still bruising my bum. Though I never failed to spend quiet time each morning, somewhere along the passing days, my practice began to slip perhaps because my creative self kept pulling me to the table to work on collages; on the days when it did not, I found myself sleeping later than normal. Whether or not I care to admit it, I must confess that I believe I had slipped into a mild depression for awhile.

So…rather than resolutions, I will say that I decided to open myself to new opportunities, new light, new energy. I am savoring longer prayer, meditation and mindfulness time each morning, enjoying bedtime books and lattes. One morning, I found myself expanding my silent prayer, speaking words of gratitude for… the light of dawn in my eyes, the thoughts waking up in my mind, the music of morning whispering in my ears, the movement of rested limbs unfolding, the warm soft feel of down comforting my bare skin, the taste of sleep on my tongue, the scent of bedroom air tickling my nostrils, the feeling of love in my beating heart and as always, first and foremost the first breath I am given signaling that a new day of my life has begun. 

Great things are coming my way as I fearlessly pursuit what ignites my soul and I’m ready 2018 so…

keep your peepers open!®

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