Friday, August 25, 2017

Abundance

















Hello there, it seems I have let summer pass and not stopped into this space, or yours. Sorry for my absence, it was not intentional, many times I thought to pop in with some photos, or an update, but then the day would pass and I would find myself at the end of the day wanting only to chill with a cup of tea before crashing into bed.

It has been a full summer, in so many ways, and I don't really even know where to start. Let's start with summer camp here on the homestead. It was amazing! Three days a week I hosted three different camps on my land. Tuesday was Kids Herbal Camp, Wednesday was a Nature Camp, and Thursday was an Arts and Crafts Camp. Kiddos joined me each day and together we explored in the woods, created, played, and enjoyed the beautiful July summer days. It was busy, in the best way, and I was sorry on the last day of camp that it was over. I took a week off after that, and then ran a three day camp for girls. There are really no words to describe the beauty of this camp. Young girls gathering, exploring in the woods, creating and crafting, and playing all while showing the greatest love and kindness to each other. It was a special three days, it made my heart so very happy, and on that last day when all the girls had gone home I cried....because it was over, and I so didn't want it to be over.

And since girls camp finished I have been off, enjoying time with my little man, working in the garden, putting food by, hiking, and soaking up the last bits of summer. I have been doing a little work getting ready for the launch of my new nature school in September, and preparing for my newest venture, running circles for young girls, playing a small role in guiding them through the transition from childhood to young womanhood with a program called Circle of Friends. Girls summer camp was the first step in the direction to Circle of Friends, and cemented my intentions to move forward on this journey, supporting and mentoring young girls. I have been working on this since last summer, studying online to become a mentor, and finishing my course a few months ago. I feel strongly pulled to this work, and look forward with excitement to see where it takes me.

You will notice in the photos that my little man isn't so little anymore, how exactly does that happen? I do my best to soak up every moment but still the years seem to fly by, and he changes and grows and I wonder how I missed it. This summer he passed two swimming levels, spent a lot of time with friends, soaked up a few beach days, climbed trees, hiked and explored, created and crafted, and so much more. We have been watching the Little House on the Prairie series this summer and he loves it, and we have been following Amazing Race Canada, which he is super excited about. He continues to amaze me as I watch him unfold into the beautiful human he is meant to be. Walking with him on this journey is the greatest honour, and I thank my lucky stars every day that he chose me as his mother. I still call him my little man, or my baby, but he always reminds me that he isn't my baby anymore. I remind him he will always be my baby, and he just laughs.

And me, well I hope the title of this post gives you an idea of how I am doing. I am feeling the abundance of life this summer. From the amazing support of wonderful families who support what I do here, to beautiful friends who continue to love and support me, to deepening relationships with both old and new friends, to feeling like life post divorce is coming together as the Universe intended it to. Abundance has been flowing in every direction of my life, and I have opened myself up to receiving. And that feels amazing!

In full disclosure, I will be completely honest and share with you that even with all the abundance there are still struggles, but by noticing the abundance and taking time to offer gratitude for all that has come my way, those struggles seem like little bumps in an otherwise pretty awesome journey. Single parenting is challenging at times, making ends meet financially is challenging sometimes, finding time for myself can be challenging, taking care of the demands of my homestead is challenging some days, but they are simply challenges that force me to find solutions, to think outside the box, to discover new ways to live this life I want to lead. This is the life I want to lead, I know that, and so every day I make it happen, one little step at a time. Some days are easier, some days are a little harder, but it's happening and if I focus on that I am more aware of the abundance in my life, and I can allow it to fill me up, and remind me that the struggles are just avenues to teach me to surrender and eventually they lead to growth.

So, my friends, how are you? What have you been up to this summer? I will do a little blog hopping this weekend, and take a peek to see what you have been up....so excited to catch up with all of you.

Happy weekend!!!!

14 comments:

  1. Reese is growing more and more into a beautiful human being.
    Love this post...all of it - you are amazing in all things and bring so much energy to all you do. I am so blessed to know you Kim.

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    1. Thank you Salma, he most certainly is, and what a joy it is to be along for the ride.

      And big thanks for those kind words. I think we are both blessed, happy to call you friend. xo

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  2. I loved to read your beautiful post, and very inspiring of course for me. Thanks for sharing parts of your life and your confidence in the Universe to bring abundance. Love your perseverance, so much!!!! Hope you'll receive my letter soon. I have a great moment writing to you last week during my holidays with my little ones near the Ocean. Sending love!!!

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    1. Hello my dear, sweet friend. You inspire me too :) I did receive your letter, yesterday. I plan to sit down with tea this afternoon and read it...looking forward to catching up with you. Much love coming your way too. xo

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  3. I don't realise how much I miss your posts til they pop up like a present in my emails... I love the sound of your camps for young girls, and would love to read a post about it. Here in the southern hemisphere (Australia) I am planning my garden, and thinking about what to plant. I have lost a couple of chickens recently to a neighbours dog, so will increase my flock as well. I am also prioritising some time in the bush as well, as I have missed it over some busy months recently. x

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    1. Aw, thank you Shanna.

      I am not sure I can yet put into words how wonderful my girls camp was. I will try, and will definitely share a little bit about Circle of Friends, the girls circle that will begin in September.

      Garden planning, such an exciting time. So sorry about the chickens. Enjoy your time in the bush, I know you love spending time there, soak it up and reconnect.

      xo

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  4. I always love reading your posts. I am so happy for you and your abundance and I celebrate the woman in you, I celebrate your work and your dreams.. .. Your son is growing into a beautiful human being because his wonderful mama.
    Bless you <3

    Luisa xoxo

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    1. Oh Llusia, I celebrate the woman in you too. I just stopped into your space, so nice to catch up and see all the beautiful things you have been up to.

      Sending you love. xo

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  5. hi!! he is GROWING, and he is still doing what he loves best, being in nature. You will always make ends meet and there will never be enough 'me' time. however, he will grow and grow and become more independent from you. All good. So glad you posted!!

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    1. Hi Karen!!!! He is, and he won't stop...lol. Oh yes, he still loves the woods, and will spend hours with me wandering. Thank you for your supportive words....I appreciate them.

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  6. The first thing I thought to myself was "my he has grown!" Gracious, that happened fast didn't it?!

    I am so glad that you are back. I have missed your voice in this space and in the comments of my blog, too. I am so glad that you had such a lovely summer, and I know that I say it often but after this post I can't help but say it again: I truly wish we lived so much closer!

    Is the Circle of Friends you mentioned something you are writing or an already prepare curriculum? It sounds lovely and I'd love to know more!

    Wishing you a lovely end of the summer and a new and exciting lesson year ahead! I cannot wait to follow along with all that takes place! xo

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    1. He has, and so have your girls :)

      I wished we lived closer to my friend. I think it would be wonderful to have your girls in Circle of Friends.

      I took a course with Journey of Young Women to become a mentor for young girls. We are given the tools to help us plan our circles. The course offers lots of guidance as to topics to discuss, and how to bring it to the girls, the final plan though is created by me. We can chat if you want to more, let me know.

      Thank you, wishing the same for you and your girls. xo

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  7. I love seeing your posts, Kim. Life has changed a lot since we both found each other's blogs, but life still is beautiful! And I think we have become really good at creating that beauty. These pics are gorgeous! :)

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    1. Thank you sweet friend. Yes! So much has changed for both of us, but look, we are still here, a few bumps along the way, but I think happier, and more inspired than ever. A pleasure walking this path with you. xo

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