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As a new mom, it seems like what I “know for sure” has boiled down to feedings, diapers, and a language that only my four month old seems to understand! Everything else is up in the air!
Okay, maybe not everything.
I know for certain that I have been richly blessed. We have a roof over our head, food in our cabinets, warm clothes to wear in these cold winter months, and best of all, a daughter born to us four months ago. My husband brews the coffee in the morning, makes the bed when I’m not looking and after a full days work, he goes to class at night to try and provide a better life for us. I often wonder what more could we possibly want?
Where do you find your inspiration? For me, there are a few things that clearly inspire me to create my art. I have lived in a few different places to know for sure that anywhere you are there is beauty. A city skyline, a still pond at sunrise, a deep ravine at sunset, high tide at the Cape, or winter waves on the north shore of a Hawaiian island… beauty is everywhere! But aside from the natural treasures that are for our viewing around every corner, inspiration also can come from the relationships that we create with one another. Who inspires you to try harder, to do more, to give more and to go the extra mile? My list could go on for days with that one!
To whom much is given, much is required.(Luke 12:48) It is our responsibility to be grateful for what we have and to find ways to give back, no matter what our age or situation may be. Find your passion and be creative on how you can take that and share your talents with others. You don’t have to start up an organization or donate thousands of dollars to a worthy cause to have an impact.
Write a quick note to a soldier serving overseas (41 cents)
www.AnySoldier.com
Drop off something for your local food or toy drive
http://toysfortots2007.com
http://www.foodshare.net/
Baby-sit your neighbor’s kids while they do some Christmas shopping
Find out when your local VFW meet, and drop off a plate of baked goods to say thank you.
http://www.vfw.org/
Many times, the thing that you don’t think twice about doing has the biggest impact. A smile, a “thank you” or a prayer, they can mean the world to someone.
Peace to us all this holiday season!
Kelly
www.KellySchwark.com
Hi! I found your blog from the AnySoldier website. I love your post. I find my inspiration in my son, who is four. He’s a great kid and I try to provide for him the best I can. He does inspire me to try new things and learn more and just enjoy life. And he makes me laugh. A friend of mine is also an inspiration. He is so helpful and likes to be of use. He inspires me to be more like that, to help others when I can. By the way, I love your cards! Have a great day!
http://www.calistalee.typepad.com
Calista-
Thanks so much for your comment. Any Soldier is such a wonderful organization, isn’t it? It reminds me to be appreciative of all that I have EVERYDAY! Those brave men & women, some really dear friends of ours, sacrifice so much for our freedom and safety. We are blessed to have such wonderful people trying to make a better world for our children, aren’t we?
Thanks again for the post!
Kelly