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I chose this photo of some tulips I bought the other day, because it reminds me of slowing down, enjoying the little things, and reading a book outside. In the summer, I like to go outside on the patio and do my Bible reading with my dad, as we eat breakfast. It's quiet, and sometimes we can hear the birds chirping. I look forward to another summer of ongoing learning and taking a break outside to read a good book.

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The Japanese artform of Kintsugi (the repair of broken pottery with gold) had me thinking about becoming more of my true self.

Not despite the broken pieces but because of them.

Giving the shards to ONE WHO can redeem and restore.

The gold, where the LIGHT comes in and gleams through the brokeness is what I am learning to see the beauty in.

Jeremiah 18:1-6

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This is a photograph of my Dad's and is a favourite of mine. It allows me to appreciate beauty in the moments of change. And to know that shifts are all part of a larger cycle. It reminds me that when I can give things up to the Lord, I can find peace within that change.

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For me, living with gratitude and generosity means practicing being thankful for each situation that the Lord has placed me in. I find Regie’s mindset of high expectations and “seeing and celebrating each learner’s gifts” to be a beneficial mindset in all of the roles I take on in life. As a wife, mother, teacher, I try to practice thanking God for the wonderful people that He has placed in my life and all the ways that they enrich and uplift me on a daily basis.

I find being generous with time to be just as important to others as being generous with resources.

For me, prioritizing soulful pursuits means being outside. Hiking, running, camping, reading, playing with my kids, coffee with friends, when it is brought outside it is incredibly life giving for me.

Balance. I really resonated with Regie’s “good is good enough” philosophy. I began to adopt this mindset after having my kids (out of necessity) and it has been so freeing.

Living a reading life is essential for me. I love to read on my own and out loud to my kids.  We listen to audiobooks while we drive, it is intertwined in so many areas of our life.

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I find that I can be my truest self when I rest in my understanding of God's love for me.

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I often find myself trying to be perfect, whether in my professional or personal life. This book reminds me to appreciate life's beauty and continue growing. As life is unpredictable, being generous and kind to ourselves and the people around us is what matters the most.

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I continue to learn and grow what this looks like practically in my life. I struggle at times with feeling like I'm failing in one part of my life when another part is thriving. Taking time to breath and allow rest and reflection is essential.

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Beige Modern Balance Wellness Instagram Post

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I made a promise to myself to always be genuine and to give my all in everything I do in every aspect of my life. No shortcuts. I believe that becoming a teacher was my calling and I try my best to fulfil that. I trust the path that I walk and I believe that I will find help along my way. I believe the same for my students. They are on a learning path and I am simply there to help them on their way. Thank you to all of you for your help on my journey.

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Music, dance, and art inspire me, evoke goosebump worthy feelings, speak to my soul, and are such beautiful gifts from God.

My favourite song to sing with my choir students:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4dmG9DU_io&list=RDF4dmG9DU_io&start_radio=1

One of my favourite string ensemble pieces of music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izQsgE0L450&list=RDizQsgE0L450&start_radio=1

One of my favourite songs by my favourite artist Sara Bareilles, from my one of my favourite musicals, "Waitress: the Musical":

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6851zQ7yNyw&list=RD6851zQ7yNyw&start_radio=1

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a painting showing deep dark storm but the light of hope in the distance