Memories of those Peaceful mornings

Nothing takes me back to the lovely Canada mornings like the sound of a black-capped Chickadee.

Eating fresh warm toast with melted butter and eggs. Sitting outside on my Aunt and Uncle’s back porch deck patio. Letting the heat of the rising sun warm my toes as I relax. Sinking deeper into the chair cushion.

I used to sit there, watching, listening. Taking in the morning with every fiber of my being. My Aunt and Uncle would discuss plans for the day with each other, Auntie would be curled up in a chair next to her hubby. Uncle Pat eating his breakfast between talking with Auntie.

There is something special about their marriage. Even after their many challenges and losses. The many harsh health issues. Their bound as friends, partners, and lovers is still visible to on lookers like me.

It truly is something I admire about my Aunt and Uncle.

The Season of Waiting Part 6

Do I stay? Find out? Or should I leave?

Honestly, long distance sucks. Being in a long distance relationship is not for the weak of heart.

Months of no physical contact. Months of learning to communicate your feelings, hear and listen to theirs, and find out how to make things work. All for the chance that you two might get married to each other.

Let me be frank. It’s one hell of a risk.

2024 has been rough.

My Dad passing away in March has played a major role in my choices of the past few months.

Living without regret.

To me this means taking risks, being adventurous, doing things I’ve wanted to do but seem unlikely to happen.

We all have dreams and goals. Some of these seem impossible. Some are achievable, however full of risk and unknown situations.

Frankly speaking. Where I am today is not how I saw my future 5 years ago.

It’s not necessarily a bad thing, just frustrating at times that I am not as accomplished in some areas that originally were supposed to be huge successes by now. WHAT AM I DOING WRONG???

AAHHH the plan in my head did not go as planned. So now what.

I’m a rather planned out type of gal. I like plans to get things done. If I go about my week with no plans or idea of what is going on, I get overwhelmed and sleep. haha not exactly working for me.

“Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results” Albert Einstein

Whether Mr. Einstein said this or not is not the point. The point is, it’s true. I ask myself “what am I doing wrong?” grasping at straws trying to figure out how to get things figured out.

The answer is right in front of me. The unknown possibilities behind every new door I choose to open.

Now I take risks. Maybe not everyday or on a massive scale. But I do force myself out of my comfort zone often.

Where am I going with all this? haha I’m glad someone asked.

Different Results

Different action

Risks need to be taken at times to change your life in a good way. My family wants to keep me safe and happy. However, safe doesn’t necessarily make you happy.

Mind you that doesn’t mean go nuts and do stupid stuff left and right. HAHA a little bit of prudence is called for.

Story time~

I was 28 yrs old before I made my first solo trip out of KC by myself. So if you feel behind, don’t worry. I know how that feels and it doesn’t stop me from going for my dreams.

Goodness time flies when you’re changing things around.

2025 Craziness

Easter weekend, I broke up with my boyfriend. After 4 years of on and off dating, we decided we had different plans for our lives. We broke up, and grateful we moved on peacefully.

Dating life was shorter then I thought it would be. Happily, this incredible man swooped in showing me a world of love I didn’t realize I could be a part of. Lot’s of romantic moments that brought us to where we are now. If you want to hear a few drop a heart in the comment section below. I mean fairytale romance people. I love my man so much!

Engaged!!!!

Yes, my dear readers, I am engaged to the man of my dreams! Boy howdy it was been one heck of a crazy ride. My fiancé and I are having a Traditional Catholic Wedding. Which means, work work work work haha. We are learning so much about each other and our future together with every week.

This is one Grateful Gal in Kansas. Blessed with an amazing family, the best of friends and now, one incredible fiancé.

BIG TIP~ Gals, start saving some money for a wedding. My parents aren’t able to do the traditional pay for the wedding thing. So, it’s up to me and my fiancé to pay for it all. Start saving now haha. Boy does it add up fast! Open an account to toss in $50 to $100 every paycheck. Trust me, you’ll be grateful for it.

Are you still writing?

What’s Going on? 

I won’t lie I have fallen off the writing path quite a bit. 📚

*throws oneself onto nearest bed in defeat like a princess.* 👑

However, I don’t give up so easily no matter how long of a break I’ve been on.

*Rolls out of princess bed. Pulls out writers pen and paper. I’m Back BABY!* For a short time. It comes and goes like spurts of energy.

The amount of stress and mental exhaustion has been overwhelming. I’ve gained weight, which led me to more holistic health options. The mental fatigue and more. Writing has been the last thing on my mind for months.

Just as the sun slowly warms the earth up little bit at a time in the morning. 🌞 The Author spark has slowly been brightening up my world once again. 🌄 After meeting my fiancé, my writing has a refresh even more. Still up to me to get the work done. His encouragement has helped me get things going again. Thank-you honey!

That’s all I have for you right now~ It’s time to work hard, get a wedding planned and live a grateful life for God. Take care everyone. I’ll keep you updated better this time around haha.

All the best to you Authors! You got this. Grab that coffee and snack. Your books are coming and you are making dreams come true one week at a time.

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2 books down, cookies made, and who knows how many more to come.

Thank you for reading until the end. As a self published Author/blogger any and all support is appreciated!

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Write on~

Cecilia