yesterday was like a deep breath
Thursday, September 2, 2010 at 12:24PM 
the kind that makes you realize how long you've been holding your breath, keeping them shallow.
it was like one of those audible sighs in a yoga class where you exhale everything you've got and then start fresh with a new breath. it felt like that.
i can't tell you exactly why. the previous day found me with a flood in my house, cursing august {which has been a bit of a rough month for me}. my place has flooded once before and though this one was worse, thankfully there was no major and lasting damage. it was the rainiest day in 5 years here, and i guess my home just wasn't able to hold it all at bay anymore. i can relate to that feeling.
but the rainiest day gave way to a gentle sunny one and i found myself having an unexpectedly beautiful day. i'm working full time as well as working every other waking moment on wedding work, so a productive day and then a photo walk gave way to the type of authentic blissed out smile (above) that i haven't seen myself give the camera for a while.
i'm excited for september and all its potential. i foresee lots of slowing down. getting cozy. getting back to my running and dancing classes. diving back into projects that have been on hold for august. a trip to this amazing event {i think there may be a few spots left if you're interested in joining us}. and a few family photo sessions.
and a whole lot more deep breaths.
Reader Comments (7)
Your post had me breathing deeper just reading it! Nice!
a flood in your cozy, cozy home? is ladybug finding her footing again?
YIKES!
i love how you have found the space and the breath in the moments afterwards. i find it so hard sometimes not to allow the dark clouds to continue to follow me after the storm and its aftermath are over. you inspire me to be open and become aware of the gifts that any given moment offers.
hugs and hearts!
I am happy to hear you are breathing easier and deeper now. Moi aussi.
what a beautiful post. I adore your self potraits
Yay - I will see you at Reveal. :)
I'm glad a smile and bliss followed the flood.
Deep breaths... that's exactly what I need.
I'm so glad that you had a beautiful day and I too am looking forward to getting cozy in September. I'm already thinking of nights spent wrapped up in warm blankets with hot chocolate in a mug. Mmmmm.... But I'm not quite ready to give up on Summer yet, I'm hoping for beautiful weather for the weekend. :)
mmmmmmmmmm <3