Inspiring stories

Yesterday we went to the Diamondbacks game at the very end they do a spot where the kids can run the Bases to raise money for Phoenix Children's Hospital. Yesterday afternoon they featured a little boy named Cash- Who had a rare disease where he would forget to breath. Phoenix Children's Hospital was able to provide him with a breathing pacemaker. I had the pleasure of watching this little boy run the bases after the Diamondbacks game yesterday. Afterwards I met his mom Tracey! What an amazing women to have to endure watching her little boy struggle and with two other children at home  to attend to. 

I feel so blessed to have a mostly healthy child. I feel blessed to be healthy myself and able to give back to my family and my community through the charitable things I do. I may be one person and I may not be able to make a huge difference but every little thing I can do to help others I will do my best. 

This morning I had to take Paxton to the doctor for a rash he developed last night and also had a bunch of work things - an issue with the PTA I am on- all things going on at the same time - seems like everything was hitting me at once- Sometimes it is easy to get overwhelmed, frustrated and upset or lose control of my emotions- sometimes it is hard to find the appropriate balance- it is at times like this I need to remember what I am going through is no where near as demanding- upsetting or frustrating as some other people have to endure. This is when I can re focus and direct my energy to do the things that need my immediate attention and delegate or push off the things that don't. We all experience times like these where we just want to throw in the towel- hide in the closet or give up- but if we take 5 minutes to collect our thoughts regain our composure - breath deeply and then take it one step at a time from there. 

Birthday blessings!

What a beautiful day to remember. I am grateful for all the people in my life who continue to make me feel special. Don't get me wrong it was hard my first birthday without my mom. She truly always made me feel special! I am proud that I had a mom who raised me to be a good hearted person. I am excited to raise my son and some similar ways she taught me. She taught me to love- no matter what- unconditionally! To be grateful for what I have. 

I'm grateful for my family and friends-  especially today as I don't know how I would've made it through without them! I know that I truly am loved. 

Some traditions are not made to be broken. Even when things change. 

I remember growing up every year my dad would buy me daisies for my birthday- my 14th birthday before he passed away was the last. 

Each year after my mom made it a point to get me flowers "from" my dad. And this year my husband and my son did not fail to carry on that tradition! Not just daisies but beautiful purple tulips too! I'm truly humbled by the little things that make me smile and cry happy tears. No amount of money or fancy things could ever make me as happy as this simple gesture. No hints I even had to give. 

A few days ago I learned about a good client/friend who passed away in an auto accident! No warning no preparation no chance for his family to say goodbye! Remember to be simple but live every day of your life with meaning. Thank those who need to be thanked- compliment others when appropriate -  don't forget to let people know how much you care for them- don't take them for granted. You just never know when they may not be there and you know longer have the chance. 

Happy April 1st to all!