Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Balance.

I've been thinking a lot about balance lately.  Sometimes when I am struggling in a certain area, I like to google "______ quotes" and see what others have to say on the subject.  For instance, "faith quotes", "letting go quotes", "staying sane with 2 small children quotes", you get the idea.  While I don't want to get specific, it seems lately Jeremy and I are out of balance, each in our own way, with each other and as a family.    
Problems arise in that one has to find a balance between what people need from you and what you need for yourself. Jessye Norman
Thanks Jessye, who ever you are, that is exactly the problem.  I don't know if it's just me, but I always feel more empowered to make an adjustment once I have found an eloquent description of just what it is that need adjusting.  A lot of times, when things are out of balance it means a big change is on the way in order to correct it.  I'm not sure what that change may be, but I am excited by the possibility of a more harmonious life.  
Balance, peace, and joy are the fruit of a successful life. It starts with recognizing your talents and finding ways to serve others by using them. Thomas Kinkade

Achieving balance in life is so important, and in some areas I do it very well.  While I'd love to play all day with the kids, I must also make sure the house is clean, bills paid, and needs of others in our lives met.  It is just as important to live in the moment that it is to plan ahead.  My kids need to learn that certain things must be done before we can let loose and have fun.  I am not just raising my kids to be happy and fun loving, while that is important, I am raising my kids to become responsible adults.  While they might not mind now if I let the house be overrun by Legos, light sabers, and toy trains it will ultimately be a disservice to them as men.  They will hopefully be thankful one day that I modeled a sense organization and respect for our things.  In nature, everything is balanced.  There is a balanced relationship between plants, animals and all living organisms.  Equilibrium is even maintained within our human bodies.  It's inspiring.  I like to believe its not a coincidence, that mother nature is teaching us how to achieve and maintain happiness.  BALANCE


Just as light brightens darkness, discovering inner fulfillment can eliminate any disorder or discomfort. This is truly the key to creating balance and harmony in everything you do.
Deepak Chopra
P.S. I don't know what the heck is wrong with the font.  So after trying to fix it 20 times, I'm just gonna post this as it is.  Sorry!












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