Yesterday was a good day...I started off with a bit of Sanjana, then went exploring as it was a free day for me here in Orlando.
Along the way - I happened upon this Greek restaurant and had the most delicious hummus ever ...I've never had it so fresh where they literally mash the chick peas, olive oil, garlic and a bit of salt in this wooden mortar and pestle set at the table! It was scrumptious!! It is definitely something that I will do at home -as I'm afraid that pre-packaged stuff won't measure up.
If you have not seen Blindside - I would highly recommend it. For me, it helped me to remember that everyone has their own unique style and learning preference. Here was a kid that many were blind to his talents and strengths - and for those that did see the potential - the question was how to tap into it.
As often happens in movies or books, I find that I associate with many of the characters in the story. I can be the villain, the good guy, the ingénue ...all of them. Like the central character in The Blindside....I am physically a large person with a gentle spirit. There are many that may look at me and make assumptions about what I can or cannot do as a result of my size. There are times when I am with the naysayers 100% - and then something will happen that serves as a reminder that I am graceful and that I possess fluidity when I move that is special.
Sometimes when I first start to move, I can feel the heaviness in my body that has settled in from being inactive - and as I start to shimmy or rumble or shake the hips ...I can feel it loosening up ...the more I shake, rattle and roll the brighter my inner light shines. I saw the same happen with the young man in the movie and was thankful for the reminder.
As it happens.... the timing of the movie was sychronistic - in that I have had a series of conversations over the past few days and heard myself remind those I love that when one door closes another door opens. I listened to their concern and saw their desire to want to make it all better for someone else.
As a mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend there are many times when I want to wave my magic wand and make it all better for everyone in my life. I know that this is not possible and that in truth, I can't do it for anyone ...only for myself. While I cannot do it for others, I am discovering that by learning to embrace and love myself, I can help shine the light for others.
Thanks for being in my life!
Lots of love,
Norma
PS ... Is there an area in your life that you've turned a blind eye too? :-)
PPS ... Mom ...take a break from the cards ...and shake your bootie :-)
3 comments:
Dear Norma,
Yes, I saw Blind Side on Saturday. I went because I actually had auditioned for the Kathy Bates part, but duh, Kathy Bates!!!!
I also went because I had read part of the script and knew it was powerful. I researched and read online all about Michael and was blown away. And besides, my old friend fellow Texas John Hancock, wrote and directed the film. I am sorry I never go to see him (my audition was on tape)but I am going to write him and tell him how powerful his film was. I loved your views of it and I see that quiet and gentle sould within you as well. Finding YOUR way to unlock the talent, the true potential that lives within!
Just got your call! Life is good.
Love, Kate
I just loved reading this ... so just like when I picked up my first James Patterson, I am going to need to read everything you have written. You might be sorry that I stumbled upon this because you know my slogan... *READERSHIP* is key. If you like it, LIKE. If you love it, SHARE! ™
I have not seen Blind Side yet but am going to have my people check with you know who's people and see if we can arrange a movie date sometime between now and then. I have only heard good things about it and just as much as I love a good book, I love a good movie!
My inner light is so fricken blinding but I'm going to have to look into this shakin', rattlin' and rollin'!
We really need to pow wow. I'm having my own personal ephiphany of sorts and I think our paths have crossed because someone thinks you have good insight.
Holla.
Hugs, Shari-Lynn
Hi Kate! it would have been so cool to see you up on the big screen! Thanks for being you and my NIA mamma :-)
Sharilynn :-)
The BlindSide is playing in town this week - I know it's been a busy week in Bermuda - but if you have a chance do go and see it! Let's plan to connect this coming week!
Love ya both!
Norma
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