COURAGE

 

 

When asked about a time that I needed Kleenex while watching my little athlete, I didn't need to think twice.  I had put my very hyperactive little girl in ballet several months beforehand and had gradually watched her change from a wild woman into a disciplined little lady.  She practiced and practiced for her big day and was so excited but also very nervous.  There was a lot of pressure.

We miraculously got all of her crazy hair into the perfect ballerina bun and she even got to wear a little make-up.  We hurriedly got her ready in the bathroom with all of the other girls but before we left I made her stop and look at her beautiful self in the mirror.  I wanted her to see that I thought she was the prettiest girl in the world and that I was so proud of her and all that she had accomplished and that no matter what we loved her so much.

 

Add to Pinterest here

 

 

She took her seat with all of her friends and before I took my seat to watch the show, I snapped this picture.  Her big beautiful eyes give away her fears, but that day she showed me what it meant to be brave.  She was scared but she stood up and danced and it was so beautiful, I cried and cried and cried.

 

I think she learned a lot that day about courage and strength.  Now that she knows how to face her fears she helps her little brother to overcome his as well.

 

 

The kids started gymnastics this year and Jackson loved the idea of doing "fwips" but he was scared.  It was his first time doing sports since he is just barely two and the support of his big sis was essential.  He looks up to her so much.  She knew how he felt and was there for him to show him that he could be brave and strong too.  I was so happy that I was there to capture this magical moment.  Not gonna' lie, I cried a little bit.

 

I think we can all learn a lot from the little athletes in our lives.  I know these two teach me something new every day!  I'm so proud of them and their courage!!

 

Do you have a little athlete you're proud of?  Do they show you how to be courageous?  Do they make you tear up or in my case bawl like a baby?  I just can't help it!!

 

 

 

Get a Kleenex custom oval BOGO until 11/15/12, just use the code PLAYOFFS at checkout on the Kleenex site.

 

I was selected for this opportunity as a member of Clever Girls Collective, and the content and opinions expressed here are all my own.

Create - Ispirational Video

I recently was asked to speak at at Young Women leader training meeting. The main topic I was asked to speak on was how creative doesn't just mean crafty. It was a wonderful opportunity for me to think more about what creativity means.


In my preparation I came across an inspiring video with clips from one of my favorite talks of all time, "Happiness, Your Herritage" by Dieter F. Uchtdorf. This talk touches on so many points that are inspiring and encouraging to all women. It should be no surprise though that what touched me the most was the part of his talk about creativity.  This short youtube clip has been done in such a beautiful way.  I watch it over and over again and just feel a surge of empowerment everytime I do.  It makes me want to drop everything and create something of "substance or beauty".

 

I hope that this video and my blog can insipre you to create something that brings you joy.  There is no better feeling than creating "something that did not exist before".  So like he says, "start small" and "Don't let the voice of critics paralyze you", especially if that critic is you.

Create something today.  Because you're amazing and the world is waiting.

Two Words: Breaking Dawn {No spoilers, don't worry}

Yes, It's 3am.  Yes, I'm actually blogging.  Yes, I just had a huge Twilight party with my friends.  Yes, I stayed up late to watch Breaking Dawn.  Yes, I am fully aware that I am a complete nerd.

Y'all - I just had the best night.  I cannot wait to show you the pre-party we planned it was so great.

Breaking Dawn was just SO GOOD!  I loved it!  I felt like it stayed true enough to the book and in some ways was even better.  The CGI/make-up or whatever they did to Bella was unlike anything I have ever seen.  Incredible!

I won't spill everything I'll let you watch the movie for yourself but I will leave you with my new favorite quote.  This is getting embroidered onto something the first chance I get!  I know... I'm a dork but I'm a sucker for a good romance especially when Edward Cullen is involved!!!  And yes, I totally hopped on and made a little quote picture thing as soon as I possibly could.  What can I say??  I'm in love!

{Feel free to print this quote if you would like.  If you're having trouble clicking and saving it,

let me know and I can make an easier to print version for you.}

 

Sigh....

Oh yeah, and don't forget to stay through the credits!!  You won't want to miss anything!

Did you watch the movie yet?? 

What did you think????