slow down

  • When is enough…enough…

    Enough (adj) – occurring in such quantity, quality, or scope as to fully meet demands, needs, or expectations Enough (adv) – in or to a degree or quantity that satisfies or that is sufficient or necessary for satisfaction Enough (pronoun) – a sufficient number, amount, quantity. Enough (Synonyms) – all, altogether, completely, entirely, exactly, heartily,…

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  • Listening…

    Listening…

    Listening – hear, pay attention, be attentive, attend, concentrate on, hearken, tune in, keep one’s ear open. This is what I decided to do this summer. I went on a listening tour. I was determined to listen to the sounds of nature, music, voices, and opinions. I listened to words spoken to me with kindness…

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  • It made​ me think…twice

    It made​ me think…twice

    This past weekend I had a moment to watch a documentary on Netflix that made me think twice. “Inside Bill’s Brain: Decoding Bill Gates” – I know, I know most cynics will say what can one of the richest men in the world teach me that his money has not solved for him. Well…compassion.  …

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  • Pause

    Pause

    Time to pause Time to reflect Time to read more Time to sleep more Time to slow down Time to sit still Time to look up and give thanks Take time to live more, laugh more, and show up! Be kind to yourself Be good to others ‘Til August -Annette Ortiz Mata  

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  • Summer of Simplicity…

    Summer of Simplicity…

    Though the summer season is not over, in our home, it is.  School starts up along with the hustle and bustle of it’s routine. With several weeks left into our summer season, I often wonder how many of us really did the following – relax, unplug, slow down, meditate, smile, have fun, enjoy life, breathe and…

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