Sometimes it is difficult juggling work and play, friends and family, heart and soul, and mind and body in this balancing act we call life. For me, I’ve decided simplicity is the key to that balance.
Twelve months ago when we made our lifestyle change, it didn’t come without sacrifice, BUT ultimately it has been very rewarding. We now live a simplified life; our focus is on balance of work and play, good eating, exercise and relaxation. This is enhanced by the unspoiled beaches and year-round warm weather that lends itself to plenty of outdoor activities. For us, the relaxed coastal lifestyle is a perfect fit.
Meditation has also helped me to find balance in my life. It’s a daily journey that helps to get rid of random thoughts floating in my mind. I feel I’m able to concentrate better and on more important things of life and not get bogged down by unnecessary worries and anxieties. Another benefit is I feel more creative and focused on my goals – that has to be GOOD. I’ll always have a million ideas running around in my head [giggle] but hopefully I’m making order out of chaos!!
Last week I attended a Buddhist Living and Meditation course that was very insightful. The philosophies were interesting, I gained a deeper understanding about meditation and I related to the focus on simple living.
Yes, I know I’ve told you before that I am a vintage girl living in a modern day world - old fashioned and simple living just appeals to me. I like to wear an apron, bake and clean house, make things from scratch… oh yeah, I can see the feminists throwing their arms up in the air in disgust. Truthfully, I would have been the perfect 50’s housewife. Have I mentioned I also like gloves, hats and petticoats? LOL
Well clearly I’m not a 50’s housewife and I do enjoy the benefits of a modern world with the internet and mobile phones etc. I’m trying to blend the two worlds and hopefully come out of it with a mix of simple living in modern times. At present I’m working feverishly on a new project that incorporates that very theme and creativity…. but you’ll have to wait until next week for all to be revealed.
In the meantime, I’ve finished re-writing many of my old Christmas patterns and will be uploading them to the website over the weekend.
So until next week,
Namaste
Kerryanne