Gifts for the Goddess

Disappointment. This is something everyone experiences. Well here is yet another opportunity to make choices in our lives that define who we are.

I have come to realize that disappointments stem from all my expectations about outcomes. The outcome of a meeting, outcome of marketing a product or even an expectation about a new friend or lover. About an event or family gathering. Our expectations can be very strong and we really should do a little self-evaluation whenever disappointment knocks on our door. This is what has served me in the past.

Examine what is disappointing and decide a few things.

• Is this outcome something I can live with and still keep my integrity in tact?
• Is there an extenuating circumstance that contributed to the negative outcome like a medical condition, an extremely complicated situation or possibly a “no choice” situation that involves life or death, which is extremely rare. Something you have no control over?
• Is taking an action even necessary. A confrontation to clear the air?
• Is the person or situation something you feel strongly about or could you take it or leave it?
• How much stress is involved for you and your choice to move on any action? Is it worth it?

These are all questions only you can answer. Remember any actions or choices you make determine who you are and who you want to be in the world. Do you take the high road? As long as you are comfortable with your choices and actions, and you realize these define who you are, go for it. I think there are problems when all these factors are not weighed before you act, or don’t act for that matter. Not weighing all your options could turn into further negative situations and into that horrible state of being called “regret.” Then it might be even harder to recover “who we are” and forgive ourselves. Believe me, everyone goes thru that too.

So if some disappointment has happened in your life. If someone has hurt you, a situation has become disappointing, or you are disappointed in yourself, weigh all your action choices, and thoroughly vet them based on who you want to be. If you do this, chances are you will take the right road with integrity and grace, and you can be proud of who you are and confident of moving thru any consequences of that road. Always keeping in mind who we are, and who we want to be in this world, has a tendency to keep us on the right path. Especially when you realize you always have all the choices!

So, with that I say….Always remember and never forget…..You are Love. Beautiful, wise, powerful and complete; and youth is in your passions. Blessed Be…

Veronica Crystal Young      www.tvartscapes.com   

Well, it’s Valentine’s Day, and I’m in beautiful Lake Tahoe again. A romantic setting…. gorgeous sunset, the lake, a fire pit, a martini, and inspiration. At least that is what comes up or me. Does it matter that I’m here alone on this day? Does it matter that I see couples everywhere, sharing their lives, dreams and moments together? Does it sting, just a little? 

 In years past it has been hard to be alone on this special of days. A day to express appreciation, caring and love for that special someone is your life. But what to do if you are currently single? What if that special “other” is not in the picture, at least for now?

I decided to treat myself to a great late lunch by the Lake at my favorite resturaunt. It is right on the lake, has picture windows and I am writing, reflecting and capturing the moment in both video and pictures, my favorite thing to do. I am so full of peace and love. Isn’t that what Valentine’s Day is all about? Do you need another person to feel those things? I don’t think so. But with that said, let’s face it, seeing a beautiful sunset, walking the bamboo forest or experiencing the power of a waterfall is just that much more  magnificent when shared. THAT is what I miss.

So if you are single, if that significant other has eluded you to date, do something for that special “you.”
That wonderful, loving person that YOU are. You deserve it. Learn to appreciate you and the time you have in this life. Appreciate the NOW that is so difficult to continually live in this crazy world. Celebrate and love the person you are! All of you. No matter what faults you think you have, or what your perception is of what you are lacking.  

By the way, we don’t need a special day to celebrate. Live the celebration of YOU every day. Make the plan to do something for your wonderful self at least once a month. Because you, my dears, are gorgeous and complete just as you are, and just as you are NOW.   You are a Goddess after all!

Love to you this Valentine’s Day. May your days be filled with Love. And here’s wishing, if you desire it, that someone special will appear in your life. Someone deserving, and exactly what you want…..to share life moments.

 Peace and light,

Veronica Crystal Young