Observing More

 I said I would elaborate more on how writing this blog has helped me appreciate and be more observant in the moment.  There are three moments that come to mind from this weekend.

• My good friend MarCharia's baby shower 
• Being at Ferguson's with four of the most special men in my life.  My husband, my brother, my dad and let's not forget my Jack Russell, Captain.  
• Hanging out with my in-laws

Writing this blog has helped me reach a few goals.  The goal specific to this post is being more present.  In the three moments I mentioned above, not only did I enjoy the experience as I normally do but I also was aware of how special they were during the moment.  In the course of the baby shower I tried to drink in all the details of my friend's celebration, while partaking in it at the same time.  I considered things like the time and effort her family put into the event.  The way the guests interacted with each other.  At Ferguson's I payed attention to the bond that my brother and my husband have formed.  The joy my dad had in telling us about his golf game.  The love that was felt as all four of us talked.  Then, while hanging with the Hoffman's I reveled in the comfort I feel with them and embraced the conversations, the food and the company. 

In these observations you witness not only the happy moments but also the troubled ones.  It is all important.  I believe that this being more present will infuse more vitality, quality and understanding into my life.  That can only lead to more vivid and exciting adventures!

 

Next

30 days of blogging.  Check.  Now what?  There's a part of me that wants to say, "I'll do the 365 Day Challenge".  The inspiration comes from the movie "Julie and Julia".  365 days of blogging seems a little intimidating.  A cousin of mine suggested I break it up into monthly challenges.  I think I'm going to see just how long I can keep this daily routine going.  It will be an endurance experiment.  How long can I keep it up.  I like that it makes me write daily because I definitely need the practice. I love how it reminds me to be present and to stay focused on the fact that this life I'm leading is remarkable.  Each day, no matter how wrapped up I get in the small stuff, is creating the masterpiece that is my life.

There we have it!  The next goal is to see how long I can keep blogging daily.  I have a few other goals that involve the content of the blog, I'll discuss those later.  The theme will always remain the same:  to live my life with Fergitude,  the mindset that each and every moment is a grand adventure.  My mission is to relish everyday, to experience, to love those around me and to love me.

Now that I have decided on my plan of action I can take some time to reflect.  The next post will be a reflection of how attaining this goal has effected me.  I'll examine the course of my writing and thoughts.  What tangents did I go on?  What subjects did I mention that deserve more thought and words?

Onward and upward on our next adventure!