Tuesday Truth #30

Tuesday Truth #30

Tuesday Truth. Number 30. I am at my healing place. The beach. I've been quiet on the blog and on social media (outside of sharing some IG stories). I am savoring this time with the two teens that are here with me. Life has many chaotic moments and my life is no exception to that [...]

Tuesday Truth #11

Tuesday Truth #11

Tuesday Truth. Number 11. Personally, I struggle with this one. My mind is always on. Internal Chatter. Monkey Mind. My journey toward becoming its master is incorporating meditation. And trying to be more conscious of staying present. In the here and now. How do you endeavor to be the master instead of the slave of your [...]

The Cosmic Call

  The Cosmic Call. Sunset. Gulf of Mexico. Naples, Florida. Sunset is a cosmic call to us all to give a break to the rush of life so as to realise the gorgeousness of the existence! ― Mehmet Murat ildan Let your light shine! Amy   If you love sunsets be sure to check out [...]

Life Lesson From A Dream

Life Lesson From A Dream

Dreams. How many of you think about your dreams? I'm not talking about your hopes and wishes, goals and ambitions, types of dreams. Although those are important too! https://www.instagram.com/p/BgjZAyhAfqs/?taken-by=amy.lyon.smith I'm talking about the ones that happen while you're sleeping. Do you ever stop to think about what they might be saying? Well, I do. Last [...]

Why I Celebrate International Women’s Day

Why I Celebrate International Women’s Day

International Women's Day. I often talk about my beliefs about the equal rights for women. I keep it no secret that while I have chosen what many consider a "traditional" role for a woman (stay-at-home mom, household manager, chauffeur...take your pick of the many of things I do), it is exactly that...A CHOICE. A choice [...]

Lessons Learned While Practicing Gratitude

Lessons Learned While Practicing Gratitude

Gratitude. Gratitude is defined as the quality of being thankful. It is a readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness. There have been numerous recent (and probably old ones as well) studies that show how practicing gratitude each day is good for our mental health. December tends to be a whirlwind of activity [...]