We are growing, gaining skill in living in the present moment, aware and relaxed too.

Progress unfolds incrementally, bit by bit living into the formulations in this blog. Isn’t it grand to appreciate each demonstration of new skill along the way!

Tale of Progress

Background

Simey took some vacation days at the home of her brother and his wife, Bill and Mildred. What a lovely time had S daily experiencing some juicy outdoor activity.

On the last night Mildred zipped around and brought out gifts for Simey: some home picked fruit, some face cream, and more. Then Mildred added, “Oh take those flowers. Take the vase full.”

M stepped to the garage and appeared with an empty bucket in which to transport the blooms. “Wow thank so much, “ cried Simey. S was impressed by the generosity. The two had a good hug and warm greetings goodbye.

S packed up the next morning, loading the care with her possessions: clothes, her snacks, her food for meals on the road, pillow, hot pot and more.

Before she left and among much expression of gratitude, this heroine told her brother if she happened to be wrong about being offered the vase to let her know, and she would return it somehow.

News of Misunderstanding

This star takes two days to drive home. After day one of driving, S rested in a motel. Checking her phone she saw the text from Mildred stating “Please return the vase”.

Reaction

This dear woman took the news calmly. Actually, she laughed a bit. Simey had wanted to soak up the gifts, relish her stay, enjoy what was offered.

Mildred had meant to give her the flowers, not the vase.

Immediately Simey planned to pack up the vase on her first day back and comply with the request.

Due to her growing her awareness, practicing self-love, becoming more powerful, the heroine could flow along and enjoy the next moment.

Where in the past S would have felt terribly guilty for “making a mistake. Misunderstanding.” She might put herself down for hours.  This time the star of this account could skip all that drama.

For sure, S noticed the thoughts ready to flood in from the former habits. To her delight, Simey could say—we are not going there. We are skipping all that. I can keep it simple.

Return

The first day home our protagonist grabbed the vase, box, bubble wrap, newspaper and headed to the pack and ship store. She had fun letting the store owner assist her. The item was shipped before noon.

Then she headed to a rummage store newly housed in the same building, staying light hearted and fun loving.

Take Away

With persistence we can shift long entrenched habits of addressing ourselves. Simey was so pleased to skip the self-put-down.  

You have pay offs coming as you live in the stream of yes! It’s worth it to keep going!

Got some tales of progress you want to share? Please do! We are creating a new world for all of us!

About the Author

Janet Pearlman is a spiritual teacher, counselor, healer and artist. These posts demonstrate everyday applications of the path to greater self knowledge and mastery. Opportunities for greater empowerment abound in the moments of our lives. As we all go for operating from a centered and loving space, we are creating a world where peace can prevail. In her forty-six year journey of self-discovery, Janet has deeply studied the teachings of Abraham-Hicks, Ernest Holmes, Inayat Khan and more. Janet offers individual sessions by phone and in person. Please contact her at jpearl555@earthink.net to arrange an appointment.