Observing myself in a light bulb [somewhere in Vancouver, BC] Canon EOS 20D w/28-135mm IS Zoom
Another observation:
I've taken good care of myself this year. I've been through some big life changes (starting a new high-stress job, ending a major relationship), and experienced tragedy (the death of a close friend, the deaths of children I've cared for.) But I've taken good care of myself through most of it. I'm learning to set boundaries, re-learning the importance of private time, and focusing on the things that I enjoy and that replenish me. Taking care of self isn't something that a care-giver like me always does naturally, but I'm learning.
Probably the thing that has made the most difference in my overall feeling of well-being is that I've become more physically active. Ever since I picked up a hula hoop at an Oracle Gathering in June, I've hooped at least a little almost every day. There is magic in the hoop when it's circling me, both in the physical activity and dance, and in the centering meditation. I've also become devoted to yoga, which I started upon returning from Burning Man and have practiced every day since. I feel better about my body than I have in years, and with my physical self gaining health, I find my mind is healthier, too.
This fall saw some of the darkest days of my life, but today, on this darkest day of 2005, I find myself filled with life and light.
Posted by Dawn at December 21, 2005 11:21 PM
That's a damned nifty picture!
And, it sounds like you've got your head on straight. It's not everyone who can come through a year like this and find a positive headspace by the end of it, but you've done it. Kudos.
Posted on December 22, 2005 09:53 PST
Thats cool! And merry Christmas Dawn!
Hope 2006 is a better year... Oh well,
New years resolutions are pointless.
No one follows them, so why wright them?
Posted on December 26, 2005 13:24 PST
Glad to see you back in old form.
Posted on December 27, 2005 14:51 PST
Dawn, ( i think i might have told you this already) but your pictures and this site as been a huge inspiration for me . When I 1st got turned on to BM , I somehow found your site . Your pics, and the storys behind them have been fun to read and look at. I'm thankful for the fact that you open yourself up in a public forum .
Breakups are hard. I'm four years removed from divorce, and i'm still ( in some ways) dealing with it . Although i don't know you that well, you stike me as a stong woman . From the e-mails and the few times we've talked, it's very clear to me you have what I call "center balance" . I hope you find all the peace, and receive all the blessings the universe chooses to give you . It looks like it's already started with your new roommates.
Here's to a better 06.
Posted on December 31, 2005 10:19 PST
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