Who Would I Be Without the Story?

Inspiration: Just let go of the old stories we tell ourselves


Everyone has a story...This happened, that happened. I can, I can't ...blah, blah, blah. S--T happens. We have all been dealt some pretty crappy cards. Then again, we have also been blessed. :-)

There are stories we tell ourselves about our past, stories we project onto our future. These stories (mostly subconscious) create the flow and trajectory of our daily life. As an example, If you were deeply wounded in a past relationship, your heart carries an appendage. This keeps you safe, and guarded, from not letting anyone ever hurt you again. This also cuts you off from feeling the fullness of your heart.

 

You may believe,deeply, that you desire union with another. However, there is a underlying core belief that "I never want to hurt again". If you can just allow yourself to FEEL the longing, the loss, your heart will burst OPEN and heal. Once this occurs, you are ready to open yourself completely. When you truly love yourself, with your beauty and flaws and acceptance that this has happened, (hugging your heart), you then create the energetic space for that which you desire.

This can apply to anything. Any situation at all. Let's all let go of our stories and create some new AMAZING ones. As Steven Tyler of Aerosmith fame sings in the song  Amazing; " with the blink of an eye you finally see the light, when the moment arrives, you know you'll be alright" ! Let the divine spark shine from within. Let go of that which no longer serves and invite in new and exciting experiences.

Think about it, and have a wonderful day.


With Love, Denise

Sometimes "the SOUL" just knows

Inspiration: To continue to honor others paths.

A good friend of mine whom I had lost contact with came up in conversation today with a client. Actually we both met one another over a decade ago via this person. We had both received an email around Purim ( a Jewish holiday) saying a donation was made on our behalf. I thought this may have been crap mail, but since my client received the same one, I believed it was authentic.

We spoke highly about our friendship with this individual and how it would be nice to reconnect. Then I casually mentioned, ":It's interesting that this friend converted to Judiasm via a previous marriage and actually turned out to really be JEWISH!!!For years, she tried her best to turn me on to this religion, and I explored for a bit, but ultimately said, not interested.

Anyway, this friend of ours was adopted at birth. A few years ago she found her birth mother. To both our surprise, her real mother was Jewish. She always expressed such a deep connection to Judiasm beyond what I had ever seen. She was, is, so dedicated to it's teachings and esoterics in a "beautiful' way. In my naivety, I couldn't understand this (young and egocentric) but now that I am learning on so many levels, I truly understand.

The SOUL, the deepest essence of our being truly knows. If we could all just tap into our core essence and truly listen, answers to our yearnings and dreams would make perfect sense. I invite you all to tune in, to the longings and questions of your heart. If you are still and open, you will hear the answers in divine right time.

Have a "wonderful" nite.

With Love, Denise

Finding "M"'s...

Inspiration: To continue to listen to "SPIRITS" musings and messages :-)

For almost six months now, I have been finding colored coin-like metal with a scripted M on top. At first I thought my karmic soul friend was communicating with me on the astral plane (well maybe that too) but then I soon realized they were from the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Granted, for some years now I have asked to invite more culture, art, creativity into my life. Two of my clients are art dealers and another heads up movie acquisitions at Sony. So between both, I feel a bit like a beginner. So finally, last Tuesday (not the best day to go btw), I make my way across the park to 82nd and 5th Avenue. I was so proud of myself for going there after living in NYC for 20 years.

So I make my way inside, a long line to check coats. Afterwards, I proceed to go in with a map that was useless to me; since I am not so great with directions...I start off visiting the COE Collection of American Indian Art. I am soooo drawn to Native American culture and feel in another life I was an Indian (or many).;-)
Anyway, I instantly fell in "love" with the artifacts and clothing. Where can I go and get me some???

Then, I made my way to see Picasso and Matisse (since I heard of them) and really enjoyed what I saw. After,  I made it to see whatever else was there. I think I may have been there an hours time. That was all I could do since I was alone and was new to this whole thing. As I was going to pick up my coat, I asked two lovely, elderly women how long it should take to view the exhibits. Their response was; "DAYS"!!! Oh, well. You gotta start somewhere right? I think next time I will go with a friend.:-)

With this experience, I will continue to explore, open up, and see what this fabulous city has to offer !!! What have you been yearning to explore? Think about it and have a wonderful day...

With Love, Denise

On Change

Inspiration: To continue to allow the "wind of change" to move me and not scare me. :-)

It has been some time since my last posting. Actually, this is my first one since this new year began. So much has happened around me. Mostly, the interior world I know is expanding and shifting in amazing and sometimes scary ways.  I am hearing things on a deeper level. Seeing how the divine weaves her magic in the ordinary and the mundane.

At the end of last year, I took a much needed break to explore. I ventured out to sunny L.A. This experience was a roller coaster in many ways...In hindsight, it has been a great blessing. I now see clearly who I am, who I am becoming and where my path lies. At the core, I am a spiritual teacher/healer. To those that know me intimately, they know this about me (well most anyway). In my working life I am known more for my yogic approach to living and movement. This also encompasses my work in the fitness arena.

Slowly, without fear, I am embracing the new Denise that has waited a lifetime to be "seen" to be heard. As I approach my 46th birthday next month, I look forward to this next phase;opening myself up more fully on every level. I share this with you now, because there is never a better moment to start than the present.

Who do you wish to be, do, if you didn't feel limited by the confines of linear thinking? If you gave yourself permission to shine... To shine your light and experience the fullness of who you are. What would that feel like? As we continue to let go of the old and create space for the NEW, magic and miracles abound. Marinate in the feeling of what is possible. You were meant to shine that beautiful, inner light of yours...

Have a "wonderful" evening.

With Love, Denise

Having Faith

Inspiration: To continue to believe no matter what...

In two weeks time, I will be taking five weeks straight off from my life in NYC. This is both scary and exciting. I am venturing to sunny L.A. to explore possibility. Some believe I will move there soon. Others say it is about me taking the risk and growing. Either way, any time you change the "energy" or trajectory, things shift in the physical.

The details are still unfolding. I still need a car and a place to stay for about five days. At moments, I feel filled with elation, while other times I am scared sh--tless. Regardless, I am going. In spirit, I am already there. I am filled with joy knowing there are so many like-minded, spirited individuals, amongst the entertainment world ( not to say that they too are, at least some anyway). Yoga studios are abundant and there are teachers I have dreamed on meeting and "flowing" with.

There are also people there I know. Some better than others. Friends,ex-husband, old "friends" and maybe a new one.:) You gotta put it out there, right? Anyway, I remain open to all possibility both personally and professionally. My ongoing prayer has been the following:

"My intention is to surrender any expectations on outcome related to my time in California. I say YES and am open to it all !!!

Life is a unfolding journey. A journey about learning and growing in beautiful ways. Open your heart and say YES ! Believe in MAGIC !!! Let's all take a chance in some small way.

Have a wonderful evening.

With Love, Denise

Being Grateful For What Is

Inspiration: To continue to be grateful for my health, my life and this moment...

I have been thinking a lot about the trajectory of my life, my path and what is next for me. At times, I feel stagnant, sad that my physical world is not where it should be at 45 years of age. Then again, my interior world, my connection to spirit and all that is, is so abundant.

Yesterday was a challenging day. I was tired, filled with a bit of despair. My favorite yoga class was a 6pm and I just didn't know how I was going to go. Something inside of me said "You have to go. It will bring you clarity." So after indulging in an overload of peanut butter and some snapple iced tea ( this is decadent for me), I got dressed and headed over to Pure Yoga for my favorite teacher Ariel Karass.

To my surprise, class began in an unexpected way. Ariel had graciously spoke of a young membership advisor who worked at Pure who had passed away this week. I did not know her, but tears instantly began to fall down my face. Ariel's words were so beautiful...He asked us all to send her love and light and to know she is finding her way in between worlds. Whatever selfishness I was feeling prior to this moment, instantly disappeared.

Each moment is a gift. Our days and our life are priceless. It is human to worry about the future and what is going to happen as we are conditioned to be conscious of time. Truth is, we are not really in charge. There is a force greater than we can ever imagine running the show.

Let us all be grateful, for what we have....right now. Even if there is heartache and despair, embrace this with gratitude. That you have an opportunity to be here and feel fully your experience. Anything can change in an instant.  When we are positive we attract positive experiences. It all starts with a "feeling" an emotion. Choose wisely, be grateful and be love.

Have a very "peaceful" day.

With gratitude, Denise

11:11:11

Inspiration: To continue to believe all things are possible.

Greetings. It has been some time since I last scribed here. Partially because of laziness and partly because my ego thinks that no one reads this. Interestingly enough, subbing a yoga class this past week, a student asked me why I haven't written in my blog in a while and that she enjoyed it. So here I am writing again.

Today is 11-11-11. A numeric configuration of divine proportions. It has been said that if you see 1:11 or 11:11 repeatedly, it is a "sign" that you connected to a greater vibration and your thoughts are manifesting into physical form. Well today 11-11-11 is BIG, huge!!! There are events all around the world; meditations, gatherings.

On this sacred, numeric day, I send out positive vibrations, love, healing and dreams, to each and every one of you. May we continue to live our highest truth and be open to receiving "guidance" from above. (in whatever form may speak to you, or not)...

Every moment offers us an opportunity.To choose to expand who we are in the world...On this blessed day, I invite you to make a wish; set an intention and send it out into the ethers. At the perfect moment, may your wish come to fruition.

Have a "wonderful" evening.

With Love, Denise

Finding Joy

Inspiration: To see the gifts inherent "everywhere"...

Living in NYC can be challenging at times. Especially if you like to spend time in nature. So for the past couple of days it has been raining. Probably not the best time to unravel a blanket and recline against a tree.

So today, on my walk to Whole Foods, I stop in at the APPLE Store at 66th and Broadway. Now I realize why so many individuals are in love with these products. I still have a humble desktop computer from Dell. Maybe it is time to step into this decade.:) Anyway, I leave the store feeling uplifted.  Reason being, I realize that my world needs to expand. Not just from a new computer, but new experiences in all ways. More joy.

After making my way downstairs in Whole Foods, I notice an "eclectic", funky, older woman sampling some dessert treats. As I pass her by she asks me if I would like one to which I replied "Too much sugar". On my way back from finding my necessities, her demeanor and silver jacket catch my eye yet again. So I decide to stop and sample a "treat". Turns out there is no sugar, just honey. Her product was called "JOY" by Kaffa.

Our conversation takes us into a realm I guess intuitively I sensed. She moved out to the country, after living in Tribeca and owning restaurants in NYC. She was totally at peace. A zen-like quality exuded throughout. She asked about the mala beads I was wearing and if I was a Buddhist. This spurred a whole conversation about health, healing and yoga. I could have stayed there talking to her for hours. Instead, I was guided to politely give her my card, you never who the "angels" are. As I walk away, tears begin to swell in my eyes. I feel a sense of gratitude with possibility.

The reason I share this is because there are many times (today especially) we can become frustrated and feel stagnant in some way. For me personally it is because I don't know what the next step is. Period. After this encounter, I am now filled with faith that we are always guided and looked after in some way. If I could only bottle that feeling....

Have a very "peaceful" day.

With Love, D

On Clarity

Inspiration: To continue to follow my bliss :)


For years I have prayed to surrender my preoccupation with the gym and working out. The time has finally arrived where I look upon the gym differently. It is an opportunity for my body to getter stronger; end of story. No longer does it provide a safe haven for me to run away from my feelings. I am finally present, in my body...Thanks to yoga and meditation.

From this space, I now can see clearly. How I have run away from being present with what is. Not being fully "in my body." It takes courage and fortitude to be with your true feelings.  At times, it is quite painful.  The more we can embrace these difficult times with compassion,  the more grace and ease will step in ( in time anyway).

As with anything worthwhile, this takes practice. And patience. And perseverence. The gifts you will receive are priceless. To be in the moment, fully, without avoidance. From the space, arises clarity and clear vision.

So, with gratitude, I share with you what I know in my heart to be true. A daily consistent practice of being with what is, without resistance and pure acceptance, will provide the key to leading you into the light. Yoga has provided me with that peacefulness. It is with deep intention I now more forward fearlessly with the wish to share my love of this great practice with others.

What makes your heart sing? What brings you joy? Let you heart be your "guide".

Have a very "peaceful" day.

With Love, D

New Soulmate Wish

Inspiration: To continue to believe in miracles.

This post comes from my work and friendships with women who are desiring to be in a deeply, committed, romantic relationship. I too am one of these woman. Back in January, I read an inspiring book called "The Soul mate Secret" by Arielle Ford. In her book were inspirations and suggestions for how to manifest great love. So with some resistance, I followed the exercises she prescribed. Not long after, I found myself in a romantic situation with a man. Here is the prayer I scribed back on January 5, 2011:


~ I am open to meeting a man of like-mind and heart. A man who is spiritual, intuitive, soulful, kind, available, grounded, creative, secure, has integrity, at least 5'11 and younger than me. A man who sees me for who I am and accepts me unconditionally. Who I embrace fully and allow them to be who they need to be. May this man flow to me at the perfect time when we are both ready to receive one another. I give thanks for this wonderful relationship and release it to the ethers. Amen.~

Within a month's time, he showed up. Actually, he was there all along. Problem being, I wasn't ready. So after spending six months learning and growing, for reasons beyond my control, things have shifted. After going over the events, I realized what my prayer was. I had asked for a man who was available, meaning single. Yes, this man was single (available), but was he emotionally available? Ready for something more? (Everything I scribed showed up here too).

The reason I share this is because it is essential to be "clear" and specific with what you intend to manifest. Whether it be a relationship or something else, your intentions will create what you desire. All relationships bring us closer to who we are. We learn and grow in amazing ways... It is the greatest opportunity (romantic relationships) to see what part of us wants to show up and be authentic. From this space we expand who we are in so many beautiful ways.

In this moment, I amend the above to include a man who is open to the possibility of a long-term commitment and not afraid to take a chance...To live in the present and believe...I will continue to have faith and trust and know in divine right time, this will come true.

In truth, all that exists is the eternal NOW. All else is illusion; all else is fear. As long as we stay present to what is real, from this space....anything is possible !!! Let's all marinate in this feeling.:)

Have a very "peaceful" day. With Love, D

Manifestation Monday

Inspiration: To follow the guidance that will bring my dreams to reality.

On the second Monday of each month, there is a monthly gathering held at the Cultural Center on the Upper West Side. It is referred to as manifestation Mondays or embracing your future self. The group is led  by "intuitive" counselor Tony Leroy. He is well known for giving amazingly accurate, detailed information. You never know what will come through on these evenings.:)

The topic last night centered around the question "What is my next step, where does my true power reside?" It was an intense evening where we were all being asked to go deep, really deep. He also asked us to tap into the period of our lives where we lost our power ( at what age).  Each of us (about a group of 25) had different answers stemming from 2-25. We then sat quietly,  meditating on uniting who we are now with that part of us that felt we lost control. It was tough, but liberating.

Additionally on these evenings, we all pull a tarot card surrounding the question at hand. When it was my turn I closed my eyes, took a breathe and asked for whatever I needed to know to please show up. I received the card The Four of Wands- Completion. I knew this was positive and couldn't wait to hear what Tony had to say. To my surprise he told me the universe had this big "JEWEL" it wanted to hand to me. It was holding out it's hand and waiting for me to take it. To receive and to let it be. He then went on to elaborate as follows:

" You know how you think everything has to be arranged a certain way. This has to be over here, this in front, etc. STOP it! Let it go. Let it in." Sounds so simple, but we live in a world of constantly striving and pushing to make things happen. So today, I lovingly embrace this "guidance" and say YES to it all."

I share this with you because we are all guilty of pushing and trying too hard. We feel that things have to be arranged in a certain way before we can allow our desires to come to fruition. Let's create space and peace within to let it be. Let go and let God, the universe or whatever you call it handle the details.  Think about it and have a very "peaceful day...

With Love, D

If You Build IT He Will Come

Inspiration: To continue to follow my heart in all ways.

The title for this posting, comes from the movie "Field of Dreams" with Kevin Costner. The premise of this film was about an Iowa farmer turning all of his prime corn crop into a baseball field. He did this because he was "guided" by outside forces. He didn't know "why" he was doing this, he just followed his intuition.

So it is with our lives.We are continuously given insights or cues into what action steps to take. Question is "Are we listening?" As I am first and foremost a student, I have to admit, I am guilty here. Whether it be in the personal or professional areas, we are subtly given the signs what to do.  However, many of us (me too) do not listen.

We hold true to our ego agendas of logic and rationality. Our hearts say one thing but our minds tell us otherwise. Can you think back to a time when something miraculous just happened....Out of the blue? Really cool, huh?

When we listen to and follow the guidance of our hearts, things just flow....with ease. When we rationalize  and make lists ( literally or in our minds eye) we obstruct the natural order of our world. For example, this has to be a certain way, etc. Or when this happens then I can follow my dreams....Let go, breathe. Feel the fullness of your feelings and act when you are "guided". You will be amazed what happens ! Just some food for thought.:)

With Love, D

Angels All Around Us

Inspiration: You just never know where your "angels" are...

The inspiration for this post comes from my visits to Riverside Park in the evening. As the sun is setting, I enjoy going here to scribe my thoughts and just sit in the peace and quiet. Living in NYC we are constantly surrounded with external stimuli. So going here is my dessert for the day. A settling into the sweetness and calmness I know is possible.

There are the "regulars" that also enjoy this ritual. One elderly man in particular comes to mind. He sits on the same bench each evening, listening to his music and looking out at nature. A quiet man, who one may even think is homeless. Initially when I first saw him, I had my "blinders" on, making sure it was safe for me to sit on my "favorite" bench near his.

One evening, I recall it being almost 9 pm and as he passes me kindly says; " It's going to get dark soon, and there are not a lot of people. You should probably go." His voice was caring, with an accent I could not make out. This has been going on for some weeks now.  Each time I smile and feel blessed that I am being looked after. Let's just say he is one of my "angels" in the flesh.:-)

Last night, I happened to be there and he was on my favorite bench (we usually sit one bench away). I kindly asked him if it would be okay if  I sat there. Of course he said yes. I usually enjoy having my own "space"( we all need that literally and metaphorically) but on this particular evening it felt right, especially since I have been processing some deep emotions. And as he left, he said " It's getting dark. You should probably go..."

This is a gentle reminder that we are all looked after in some way. There is a famous saying " You never know where God is." Well, when I am sitting alone in Riverside Park at West 79th street at night, I know where God is.

Have a very "peaceful" evening.

With Love, D

Embracing Sadness

Inspiration: To allow my sadness to move through me, inspire me and empower me.

We all experience times in our lives full of change. Most recently, a very dear relationship has shifted. This change was in the ethers for a while, but when it really hits, you never are prepared. This is what happened yesterday, on Independence Day. You can say I got my independence.:-)

After a very "sweet" and endearing weekend, I begin to feel the energy shifting. My fears and anxieties were being absorbed by a very "sensitive" and intuitive individual.  This person is going through a lot of change, and transition ( literally relocating for work and expansion). I was doing my best to be kind, sensitive and understanding but energy speaks for itself.

There is no such thing as a neutral thought. I remember reading it in some "spirited" text but cannot recall which one. Anyway, all this change, transition and energy floating around, brought a very sincere, and heartfelt relationship to an ending. Or did it? Nothing really ends, it just transforms....It is all how you look at it. I now feel pregnant with possibility, amongst my sadness. Every chapter is an opportunity for us to grow, learn and love. It may just be a bit difficult to see when we are going through it.


So for this moment, I lovingly embrace all of my  feelings; the sadness, the longing, the desire, without pushing them away. I continue to be surrounded by wonderful, compassionate, loving people. When you say the prayer "God help me" out loud, you do get support.:-) May we embrace all experience with an open heart and compassion.

Have a very "peaceful" day.

With Love, D

What is Next For Me?

Inspiration: To continue to stay the course, with an open heart.

It has been a bit since I last scribed. Mostly, because I have been engrossed ( at least mentally) in a five plus month yoga teacher training.  On June 19th, I finally became a certified yoga teacher. Yeah me!!! Now instead of pining over homework and running to take class, I find myself in between. A place of transition.

What is next for me? I have no idea. What I do know is yoga makes me happy, and I desire to share this with as many people as I can. Presently, I am in transition; for my love of yoga and my annoyance at being in a gym. Most of work still centers around the gym. But I am fortunate to have "wonderful" clients who are extremely open to exploring ( yes yoga) with me.

I dream of the day where life will be more ease full, both professionally and personally. In this moment, I will embrace, with gratitude, all the blessings in my life now. Remember, our thoughts and attitudes create our day and the trajectory of our life.

May we all continue to shine our light as our paths unfold with ease and sweetness.

Have a very "peaceful" day.

With Love, Denise

Is It better to know or not to know

Inspiration: To continue to honor the messages that come from the spiritual realm, in time.

Intuitive guidance. Those individuals with a sixth sense, able to delve into other dimensions to retrieve information that is helpful for our life's trajectory. In the past, I have written about this and again, I am humbled, excited and saddened by the information I received this week.

So the question is " Is it better to know, or not to know?" There is always free will and destiny, but the majority of the time ( I say greater than 80%) the information received is true to form. I posed this question to a client this morning. Her response was that it depends on the subject matter and if it would be helpful in making a decision.

So today, I am melancholy.  Much of the information I recently received I knew to be true. It was just a bit hard to HEAR. Especially when the individual who transmitted it to me had no prior knowledge and repeated some of the verbiage to a  T.  Additionally, much of the information I received was extremely uplifting,  insightful, and positive, a glimpse of what is coming soon. But not now...not today, probably not tomorrow. But soon.:-)

Right now, I will lovingly embrace, with compassion, the myriad of emotions I am feeling . Out of this space, I will emerge more open and more loving. With gratitude to Tony Leroy for your clear and accurate "guidance".

With Love,
Denise

Misunderstandings

Inspiration: To continue to get "in touch" with what is really transpiring in each moment.

Misunderstandings. Those situations where individuals see things in a very different light. To my "surprise" last night this happened to me. After spending a lovely evening with a very special person, I had said "Thank You" to show my appreciation. On this particular occasion, I said this louder and with more heart than I usually have. To my complete surprise, this began a conversation I would never had imagined.

Without going into too much story, I have spent some months open my heart and exploring friendship of a romantic nature.  I believe I always ( well usually as I am human) expressed my gratitude for our time and "sweet" outings together. However, on this particular night after saying "thank you", I was given the following information. This kind and very soulful man, told me "this is the first time I ever heard you say thank you." Something that had been on his mind for some time, but could not find the right opportunity to convey this to me. I have always believed I had expressed my gratitude. After hearing this I was saddened, dumbfounded.

After contemplating a bit more ( I am such the thinker), I realized that the majority of the time, I did express my gratitude. However, I realize I did not project my voice loud enough, or maybe I did say it in my head.... who knows. So I now lovingly convey this information to self and others. The reason I share this now, is that it is so easy to lack the words or the appreciation (and timing) to show others how we feel.

So I trust this is another opportunity to go deeper, into the way I communicate, my language and volume. May we all find the right words to express ourselves in all ways.

Have a very "peaceful" day.

With Love, D

My EGO in Yoga

Inspiration: To continue to be aware of when my ego is taking over the experience.

Yoga, yoga, yoga and more yoga. The choices, classes and teachers are endless. The best way to decide is to feel what is right for you in the moment. This past weekend, I felt a yin for devotion. So I sought out a new teacher who I never practiced with before.

So at 3pm on Sunday, I find myself at Jivamukti yoga. A place I have practiced at on and off for years, depending on what I needed.  Class usually begins with chanting and devotion. But on this day we started with some puttering in downdog and chaturanga. Then began the devotional piece. What I was hoping for was something uplifting, transformative that invoked a specific god or goddess. Instead what we received was " Lokah  Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu"...translation:

May all beings everywhere be happy and free and may the thoughts words and actions of my own life in some way contribute to that happiness and freedom for all...Beautiful, right?

Not for me. Not at that moment. My EGO wanted something more, greater.  I was annoyed, especially since we chanted this endlessly ( at least it felt that way). But after the teacher began to explain devotion more eloquently, I slowly began to dissolve my judgments and allow surrender in. When the first tune began to play, I loved it! It uplifted me... Needless to say, after listening more closely, the chant was Lokah Samasta Sukhino Bhavantu.

Class was beautiful, ecstatic and flowing. Tamir Samir is a lovely teacher. Another example of me softening my ego in yoga ."You can't always get what you want, you get what you need"...RStones
 Have a very "peaceful" day.

With Love, Denise

How Does Time Limit Us?

Inspiration: In truth, time does not exist. It is ALL happening now...

Time. We are slaves to the clock, our schedules and our own agendas. We may feel that we are running out of time. What does that really mean?

Yesterday, I was immersed in a six hour bhakti devotional class for my yoga training. As it turned out, I was facing directly in front of the clock. My first response was " this day is gonna last forever". My friend offered to turn the clock around but I insisted it stay in the exact place it was. The reason being, I needed to confront my attachment to the clock and time STANDING still.....As I continued to stare at the clock for most of the day, I had moments of complete release to the teacher and the subject. In those moments, I felt time did not exist as I enjoyed these insights and musings.

I share this with you because at times, (hence time) we may all feel stuck. Such thoughts as "I am not where I am supposed to be.....When will this or that happen....I can't wait any longer." If we could just accept where we are and let go of our ego agendas of the how and when, a lot more space would be created within. These are the seeds of creation. Then time does not hold us hostage. We allow each moment to be as it should be; to enjoy what is. This takes practice and patience.

So I invite you all lovingly to embrace time. This moment, right now. Allow for the sweetness and the unexpected to happen.....:-)

With Love, Denise

The Mysterious Flowers

Inspiration: To continue to believe in miracles...

A short, true tidbit from Mothers Day......On Sunday evening, I received a call from my mom saying "Thank you for the flowers, they are different." This was after I had taken an "amazing" yoga class at Pure Yoga with one of my favorites Ariel Karass. Not only is this man soulful, kind and creative; he has the unique ability to bring tears to my eyes with his words before we begin to FLOW.

Anyway, back to mom. So I give my mom a call after working through my feelings. Again, she says "thank you for the flowers." I reply " Really? Did I send some." to which she really does say YES. I thought about it but did not send them. There were really flowers delivered to her. I asked if there was a card and she said it must have fallen off. Talk about the twilight zone......To whatever "powers" that be, I say a big THANK YOU. In the real world, this must have been meant for someone else, but in the world of "spirit" or the divine, these were meant for my mom. :-)

Another reminder, that there are powers beyond our rational understanding that are at work. I savor in these divine events that cannot be explained by the rational. So whenever you have doubt, try to hold space for possibility beyond your conscious comprehension.

Have a very "peaceful " evening.

With Love, Denise