It takes a long time for me to work up to something. I’m that kid standing on the edge of the pool saying ‘count me in, count me in’ and then not getting in. It can take many, many counts. Still not in.
And that’s just fear of cold water.
Confidence, belief, trust, security – these are all the things that make you brave. And then there is something more, something indefinable. We are either leapers or we are not. I don’t think there is a middle ground.
But, recently I did something scary and I did it without hesitating and I haven’t over-analysed it and I haven’t looked back (I actually haven’t looked forward either – that’s probably the main reason for my sudden bravery!).
So, this week I’m grateful for…
212. Courage – The absolute knowing that something must be done. Trust in that knowledge, grit your teeth, square your shoulders… and you can do anything.
213. Generosity – So many people are so willing to share their expertise and experience. Thank goodness for generous hearts.
214. Maxibon icecreams – There is simply no better non-alcoholic way to celebrate.
So, what’s making you smile today? Add your post to the list below (and please, we love you, but it really does matter that your post is a Grateful one and not just a random) and pretty-please add a link back to this linky. Then pop over to visit other bloggers who are spreading a little sunshine.
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Miss Mandy says
I’m still sitting here shouting yay for you, yay for you.
Ms Jelena says
Yay for getting out of your comfort zone!! And yum for Maxibons!!! Delish 🙂
x
Sonia @ Life Love and Hiccups says
I hear ya hun – I focus on the end when I need courage to do something and it gets me by. Now if they can possibly come up with a Vodka infused Maxibon I would be super happy 🙂 xx
melissa says
Yum yum – I feel like a Maxibon right now!
Well done on taking that leap into the unknown. I’m not usually a leaper either, so I know the courage it must have taken. Good luck on the journey forwards. xx
Cherie @ 'a baby called Max' says
Bron, it would have taken BALLS!
Save me a Maxibon won’t you? There’s a post I’ve been wanting to work up the ‘courage’ to write for a long while now.
I may need a Maxibon to celebrate 😉
You’re wonderful, I hope your 2012 is just as wonderful as you are!
Abbie says
Nothing venture nothing gained!
Life is full of wonder and we need to reach for it!
Good for you! Life is too short to not live it 🙂
Cindi says
{{{grinning at Cherie’s comment}}}
Several of my co-workers after my upcoming resignation told me that they wanted my balls when I leave.
I’m going to pick up some ping pong balls at the dollar store and sign them to give to everyone before I leave.
{{{grinning}}}
Tat @ Mum in search says
I don’t think I’ve ever tried a Maxibon and by the sound of it, it’s something that I need to try! Will get right onto it!
I’m sure things will turn out just perfect without your job. What must be done, must be done – and I wish I was more courageous with that myself, but I’m getting better at it!
Down that Little Lane says
Oh I have shivers.. I popped across to see what your prompt was before I go write my grateful post (which I had already decided based on a totally undeniable grateful day yesterday) and I could just cut and paste yours.
I would go a Magnum Ego over a Maxibon maybe but thats just because I am even more of a sweet tooth than you apparently..
Simoney says
Being a fellow hesitater (?) I know how amazing it feels when you leap.
•´.¸¸.•¨¯`♥.Trish.♥´¯¨•.¸¸.´• says
Good on you Bron for having courage !
I love generous hearts .
I am more a Weis mango icecream girl.
trudi@maudeandme says
I’m sure it will only lead to a “better” year!
Toni says
I am finally grateful.
Also, super impressed by your balls. But you knew that, right?
Deb @ home life simplified says
was sure i already commented – must be going crazy – anyway – can’t wait to hear all about what comes next – yay for making big decisions!!
Jen R says
Yay to courage xx
Mum on the Run says
So delighted for.
I think it’s brilliant that we can still surprise ourselves (at the ripe old age of 21!) and push those boundaries.
Good on you.
🙂 x
Marion Williams-Bennett says
this quote from Nelson Mandela hangs over my desk
“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.”
I think it’s not ignoring your fear, but feeling like there is something – growth, change, experience – that is more important.
Never easy, to though..
Anna @ green tea n toast says
Hi Bron – thanks for another great 52 weeks of grateful. I love the posts that come out of this, your in particular. Well done you on having the courage to do what you needed. It can’t have been easy, but I’m sure good things will come of it. x
sarah braaksma says
maxibons are the bomb!
Seana Smith says
What is this Maxibon? And why wasn’t I told previously?
I’ve been clicking onto the gratefuls over at Kidspot so missed this courageous one altogether. Glad to have seen it.
Forza, amica!
thesoundandthefury says
Hi Maxabella,
I’ll especially remember point 212 above when I jump out of a plane for the first time next month…
Kymmie says
I’m wondering if this post has something to do with “the moment” you recently had in the boardroom.
Gosh, Maxibons are the bomb. My favourite non-alcoholic thing too. Next to white chocolate raspberry bullets, that is.
xx