Chapter 2, Day 24: Message on a Beetle

Chapter 2, Day 23: No Art

Today, as I was sitting with one of my 6^th grade table groups, we were chatting about typical 6^th grade things.  Agenda item number 1 as they worked on art projects was to find an appropriate food nick name for each student in the class.  Samantha was given Hamantha while Ishmam was bestowed the honor the name Cup O’ Noodles because his last name sounds like ramen.  I was to be called Main Course for obvious, bossy reasons.

Then, the subject of the art came up.  As usual, they all started to criticize their pictures.  Adjectives included but were not limited to ugly, bad, and wrong. 

I told the students that they were not allowed to critique their work in that way and that in reality, there is no such thing as bad art.

With that Mandarin Orange (Amanda) added, “So the only bad art is no art.”

Yes Amanda, the only bad art is no art. 

We are here and it is a beautiful thing.

Day 22: The Numbers Game

Day 21: Show and Tell

Thank you Monique Reavis for sharing Danielle La Porte.

Days 12-19: Shopping for Wonder Woman

You guys, I've been in it.  This girl has been consuming books, lectures, and audios like a dog with a tablespoon of peanut butter.  Perhaps I should embrace my curiosity but reading 7 books at a time is starting to seem a little bit like "emotional reading."  I tried to replace my emotional reading issue with emotional shopping.  But unfortunately, the Wonder Woman folder and matching mug didn't make it past check out. 
It got me thinking, "What the hell am I looking for?" (Sing to tune of Whatta you want from me?) I mean, I know that my pursuits are not in vain.  I know that I'm learning and growing.  But once again, I remind myself that this is NOT about collecting heaps of knowledge, wisdom, or Nordstrom points but rather creating space for all that is to come through me (including really great deals at Savvy).
Instead of wondering about my future and how to solve problems, it's time again to immerse myself in the wonder of being this woman. 

Chapter 2, Day 11: Reminder for Bad Days

Chapter 2, Day 9 and 10: Meet Panache and Confession

Last night I had the pleasure of running into Panache Desai on TV.  I dig his message big time.  Also, since we're talking about Panache, this is a good time for me to embed a camoflauged confession.  I haven't been following my more stuctured meditation practice.  I know, I know.  Maybe I'm to do something new?  I'll explore that.  For now, back to Panache:

The key to changing the world, to changing your life, and to empowering the world around you is authenticity- the willingness to be yourself- the willingness to be vulnerable- the willingness to feel- the willingness to live.  I'm simply reminding you of who you truly are, supporting you into self-love and acceptance by eradicating the judgement that your've imposed on yourself and society has imposed on you.

http://www.panachedesai.com/

Chapter 2, Day 8: Current of TimeLESS

This weekend, I went to the Getty Museum. 
I can tell you for sure that the Marissa who walked onto the tram was not the same person who exited on Saturday.  YAY ART!
Surrounded by original works art and knowing that the creators of such beauty often went against the current of their time, I realized that “the current of time” is not all that valuable.  However, the current of the timeLESS is where it’s at! 

Chapter 2, Day 3: Putting My Eggs in ONE Basket

Chapter 2, Day 2: Email Exchange

Me:  Today I heard that if you made that chattering voice in your head into an actual person, you wouldn't last a day with them ;)
I thought that was a spiritual funny ;)

C:  My inner voice rarely speaks. and we've agreed that when it does, it better be frickin brilliant.

Chapter 2, Day 1: Another Go

Chapter 2
Day 1

Another Go

This chapter is kinda delicate.  You see, I'm in a place in my life where I want to make some changes (think re-invention Madonna style).  But, for me, making these changes is not about rejecting my current situation but rather about inviting in a new situation. 
I don't know about you, but for me it's super easy to point out all of the sticky parts of my life.  After all, these sticking points probably inspired the desire for change.  Yet, remaining focused on these "stickies" is what ultimately gets me stuck.
So, these 80 days are about keeping the eye the prize and loving the journey, not the stuff that got me to want change in the first place.