I’ve had a week of quiet contemplation, one way or another.
Firstly, I had to really get a grip on myself earlier in the week because I was spazzing a bit about the Kidspot Top 50 Bloggers comp. Seriously, how many shades of sad and needy can I turn? Don’t worry, I slapped myself around the face and I woke up to myself and I wrote this post and I feel much better about the whole darn thing.
Secondly, I’ve been reassessing those juggling balls again this week. I’m taking on too much again and it’s eating into my important sitting down time.
Thirdly, a few work things have been shaken up a bit and… I’m shaken up a bit. Rolled, but not rattled, so to speak. All is well, but I’m having to find my feet AGAIN and it’s getting harder and harder to roll with the punches, to be honest.
And just today, a blogger that I love included me in her post in a way that I am very comfortable with, but… it’s made me think once again about the heavy power of words.
So, this week I’m grateful for…
127. Reflection – taking the time to stop for a minute and think about the way things are.
128. Expression – I am so glad that I seem to be able to express my true meaning and have others understand what I am trying to say (for the most part, god knows there are some doozy exceptions!) Many people struggle with this so much so it’s an ability that I am very grateful for indeed.
129. Remembering – where we’ve come from, what plans we had, the map we followed and how far along the road we are. My sister has a linky on Saturdays that perfectly reminds us to do this with our blogs. Come join in!
So, what’s making you smile today? Add your I’m Grateful For 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), add the button (grab the code from my sidebar and paste it into your post) andpretty-please add a link back to me. Then pop over to visit other bloggers who are spreading a little sunshine.
[Image by Rebeca Cygnus – you must check out her amazing, dreamy, lush work!]
Kellie says
I love 127 – stopping and thinking about the way things are. Things have been moving rather fast here of late and my holiday in Melbourne last week allowed me time to stop and figure out what it is that’s important to me.
Interested in your sister’s linky too!! xx
Amy says
I was nodding along in agreement with all of your post. All great things to be grateful for.
Life throws as obstacles but it is up to us as to how we view and overcome them.
I have been doing alot of reflection lately, but not in a good way.
Megan.K. says
That is an awesome image you’ve found there.
I’ve been doing a bit of your #129 lately.
Especially remembering how far along the road I have come in so many respects.
x
Jane says
Bron, you know how much I love your #128. You have a priceless gift which you share so selflessly. Thankyou. J x
Alice Becomes says
I just followed over your link to the “power of words” you referred to. It is a reminder to me of how amazing the blogging platform is. It offers us all a chance to get a glimpse into another individual’s world which I think is so important. The chance to walk in another person’s shoes and see things from the “other” side. And, that as you say, words have a lot of power. Hope some of the commenters from your post got to read Kirrily’s perspective
And wishing you good luck at work too
Gill xo
jody says
You have a way with words which makes everything you write so easy to understand and visualize.
Hope you get more time out this weekend.
x
Leanne says
It’s always good to reflect. Often hard to find time though.
Mama of 2 boys says
You do have a knack for expressing yourself and I love that you dare to say the things many of us are thinking, but don’t know how to properly express for ourselves. I relate to your blog whole heartedly.
P.S. And thank you for the comments on my blog today, it means a great deal to have you visit and share your thoughts with me… they are very valuable thoughts to receive xo
Frog, Goose and Bear says
Good luck with the reflecting. Allowing ourselves time to reflect is often the hardest part and it looks like you are doing a great job.
Aakriti says
Dear Maxabella….loved reading ur post today. And as I read it, I felt as if a deep musical voice in the inner soul from yours to mine reached me..You know there have been times when I have felt I speak too much unnecessarily, and then I feel sad. A friend of mine has told me that I have the ‘power’ which many others don’t. I can express my self in words, truly what I’m.An this I share with you too:) Indeed reflection is such an important thing in life..And that was very amusing and I congratulate u for ditching this comppt. I’ve been crazily blogging since sometime and it’s now I ‘ve realized that blogging itself is like a MART. Where you see so many colorful things, but u gotta limit urself to some, else surely one is bound to get crazy….;) That’s all. Tkcr. Have a great weekend:)
therhythmmethod says
This reminds me of why I don’t really miss work. But lucky you, you have a whole precious weekend to spend with your family and forget any dramas at work.
Lovely gratefuls. Happy weekend 🙂
Emma Burgess says
Love your post again today. Your blos is such a favourite read. Enjoy your weekend. Emma.
Marion Williams-Bennett says
When it all goes awry, or when you are feeling overwhelmed, nothing is as important as reflection. I alway seem to forget that! Thanks for this beautiful reminder!
Abbie says
Thank you for reminding me that I do need to take the time to reflect on all the things that have happened in my life. I forget to “take the time to smell the roses”. I have enjoyed your blog. Best to you!
Jane@flightplatformliving says
loving loving loving your posts as always! xxx
Glen says
Is it still okay to say “spazzing”?
I hope so
I’m grateful for wine – mainly because it is the only reason I’ve ever got lucky.
Gina says
Reflection is a good thing. Sometimes we get too caught up in our lives to slow down and reflect.
I hope everything with your job works out for the best 🙂
Have a great weekend!
Abbie says
Thank you for giving me my first comment. I came across your blog yesterday and after reading your post I followed through and posted a comment. I have been reading blogs but I didn’t comment. I will work on that. I enjoy your blog. Havea great weekend!
Rachael says
I love what you said about remembering where you’ve been, what plans we’ve had, the map we followed, and how far along the road we are.
Very much in tune with where I am right now!
And I love what you said about expression.
And thanks for the email! That was sweet of you 🙂
Wanderlust says
Words are indeed powerful. That is one things I’ve witnessed again and again in the blogosphere, both the positive and negative aspects of that, though mostly the positive. Thanks, as ever, for reminding us all to sit back and reflect on those things for which we are grateful. x
Renee says
Reflection is so important – something most of us don’t do enough of until we’re forced to – I’ve been doing so much of that lately.
And yes – words are so powerful. Words of encouragement can lift us so high – but the opposite can hit us where it hurts!
Thanks for your support and comments of my newish blog 🙂 xx
Georgie says
I get a bit spazzy too sometimes. The trick, as you know, is to realise the problems and do something about it. A great post, clear as a bell. I do hope you get some time to just sit this weekend. gxo
Being Me says
A Grateful For post came to me after I sat there this morning at dawn, reflecting and pondering. Came here, read your post… feel very affirmed. You are gorgeous.
kasiabear says
Thank you for the reminder to stop and think!!
Life should be enjoyed and this grateful linkup always finishes and old week and starts a new one on a positive note for me..
Thank you!!
Brenda @ Mira Narnie says
ooooh nice to stop and reflect every once and a while and seems like a perfect time for you with so much going on! enjoy your weekend xx
fairchildstreet says
Good things to be grateful for. If thee are too may things happening try to practice mindfulness it is a wonderful tool. Charmaine
deux chiens et un garcon says
I am woman hear me roar. With nubmers to big to ingnore.
Look how far you have come.
Lot of music in my head today.
Enjoy
jill x
BeachVintage.com says
Love this picture. So calming.
Simoney says
Ah I can see I am late to the party… again.
You see by the time 9pm rolls aorund KIWITIME its like Midnight here. And I am snoozing. Or at least sipping wine on a couch not blogging.
And then, well Saturday morning football, and there’s that time zone thing again… So FINALLY here I am linking up, like 36 hours AFTER I wrote the post.
So I hope I’m not too late for some visitors?? I’ll be checking out some posts when i get some computer time… later.
Cos right now I am meant to be helping hubby clear out the garage. Oops. And getting my kids some luch, its 2pm. But I HAD to link. Even if I’m a little… slow.
thanks Maxabella for this cool-as linky. I am very GRATEFUL for it!
x
MultipleMum says
A big week in Maxabellaland! I look forward to our brunch tomorrow to dissect x
Cate says
wow, you’ve gone all deep this weekend! Good to stop and think about what we have, where we have come from, where we are going and who is alongside us on that journey…
have a great weekend Maxabella
xxxCate
Naturally Carol says
Number 128 resonates with me..sometimes the speed reading commenters hone in on something I haven’t quite said…and give me credit for cushions I haven’t made! Oh well..I’m sure I’ve done that to others when I am sitting here at past 10 pm and my eyes are hanging out for some rest..lol.
Stacia says
I won’t lie. I’m grateful for ice cream and pizza today. The kids put me through the ringer, and I ate lots. Of both.
Also, I’m an only child, and I turned out okay … I think. =>
Michelle says
It took me awhile to get to your list as I was entranced by that beautiful photo!
Becky says
I so appreciate the chance to reflect and reassess. Great list (as always)
Sandrine says
Looks like you had a hard kind of week.I wish you a easyer one to come.Thanks for helping us to share our reflections, memories and expressing them too!
Sandrine x
NC Sue says
Thank you for hosting. I’m a follower, and this hop is found on a page on my site that lists more than 200 hops, memes, and photo challenges… some for each day of the week. Check under the header for the link to that page. I’ve also just started a BlogFrog community that focuses on hops, carnivals, memes, and photo challenges. Go to http://theblogfrog.com/1504201 to visit & participate.
I hope you’ll visit me soon and follow back!
NCSue
Denwise aka Denyse Whelan says
Hello Lovely Lady…. I do enjoy my links to your blog & posts on Saturdays… But while my old blog, memoriesbydenyse is now in a retirement home…i cannot… As a wonderful person named Laura is helping me bring together a new website & blog I hope to back next Saturday with a link to Maxabella!! Ciao. Denyse xx
Lene says
Another lovely post, it is so wonderful to stop & reflect….life can get so crazy sometimes! This was my first week of participating in Be Grateful and I loved it, Thanks! xx
Jen says
Thanks for stopping by my blog! Loved your comment. Maybe you could tell me what your mantra is so I can fashion my own (winky emoticon).
I’m grateful for reflection too, how can we move forward better people, if we never look back and learn? Deep thoughts. http://abookagirlajourney.blogspot.com
nadinewrites108 says
Here here, Maxabella. I’ve been drowning a little of late and the space to stop and reflect is everything.
x
Posie Patchwork says
Yes, let us cut away all the rif raf & things which really don’t add value to our lives or families for breathing space, here here, love Posie
mel @ loved says
sorry I’m so late hooking up this week! This is a great post Bron, wonderful sentiment, thank you..x