Taking the next step...

With the beginning of a new year upon us, I encourage you to take some time to reflect positively on the past year of your journey; the lessons you've learned, the progress you've made, the fears you've overcome.

Then, make a promise to yourself for the upcoming year: stop talking and start doing! 

Getting Started:

• Make a list of the dreams that are alive within you
• Brainstorm ways to make time in your busy schedule to focus on them
• Having trouble??? MEDITATE (take 10 minutes, turn on some calming music, take a few deep breaths, and let your mind/body tell you what you want/need)
• Start looking for a place to start...OPPORTUNITIES are everywhere! 
• Overcome the fear of failure. Not every opportunity will end positively...be okay with it, learn from it, and move on.
• Be CONFIDENT! Don't worry about others; what they'll say or think about you, how they'll react, or whether they'll support you or not. You need positive energy on this journey, not negative people.
• Trust: that God has a plan for your life and that there is a purpose for your journey.
• Make a decision and take the first step...no matter how scary or uncomfortable it might be.
• BELIEVE: in yourself, in the dream, in the process. 
• Wait and see what happens...

Here is the next step on my journey: http://www.etsy.com/shop/FlowersonFootprints

I opened an Etsy shop! 

Can't wait to hear what this next year has in store for you! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Don't let fear control your life...

Fear is something that is in all of us. It causes us to act and react in many different ways and is usually only overcome by looking it straight in the face.  If you are looking for ways to help your child or yourself overcome fears, consider purchasing the book "There's SomeTHING in My Basement" from my website: www.flowersonfootprints.com or contact me directly at: Nicole@flowersonfootprints.com
I am running a Holiday Special December 15th thru December 24th. See below for details:

***Purchase 2 or more books at regular price, get one handmade flower ring for free.***

• Visit my website: www.flowersonfootprints.com
• Go to book tab and order securely through paypal. Leave your color and size preference in the special notes section.
• To view rings, go to: http://www.facebook.com/FlowersOnFootprints?ref=hl
• If solely making a ring selection, go to the contact tab and click on the link to my email. Leave me a detailed description of your order.

Don't let fear control your life. 

"Hope and happiness" will come from believing in yourself, trusting in God's plan, and having faith that you are here for a reason.

If I've learned anything from the horrible tragedy that took place yesterday, it's that you have to enjoy every second of the life you're living; be thankful for what you have, make memories with those you love, and cherish the time you have with them. There is a purpose for your time on this Earth. Do what you love, make changes where necessary, and never be afraid to take a risk. 

Okay, Okay...take 2!

Okay, so I didn't get any responses to my last post..."what inspires you?"

Many things have inspired me on this journey: daily quotes, music, my family and friends, music, my therapist, my coworkers, music, fellow bloggers, God...okay, okay, so you get it!  Music has been a HUGE part of my life the last few years.

There's just something about the words in a song, the emotion it makes me feel, and the connection I can make to the story that gives me chills even sitting here writing about it.  And sure, the songs that inspire and motivate me change as I do, but I love the way they make me feel in the moment...inspired, hopeful, and ready to move forward.

So...I'm going to try this again!  If you are willing, leave me the name of your song.  The one that inspires you to be a better person, to keep dreaming big, to keep climbing the mountain.  The one that explains where you are on your journey now and/or where you hope it will lead you :-)

Hope to hear from you soon!