Happy Labor Day! Last week’s topic was Ask for Help and I did a good job, although I admit, I am starting to equate having a car with having freedom and, in turn, having independence If I am nothing else, I am an independent woman. I would love to tell you I have had a productive weekend, but I can’t because I didn’t. I took time to rest, (feel a tad sorry for myself) and attempt to organize my space and/or life. I’m bummed that I haven’t posted anything in the shop but my health has been poor, my life has been chaotic and I’m pacing myself. It is what it is. Which brings me to this week’s topic.

Accept yourself, forgive yourself.

What does that mean to me? Well, accepting myself is basically my way of saying it’s okay to be imperfect and that I have my own strengths and blessings and others have theirs. I can be pretty hard on myself when things aren’t “perfect” as if I can control the universe (or the shady service manager that “fixed” my car). Truth is: I can’t. And I’d love to have all my items up in the shop and selling like hotcakes, but I don’t and that is okay. I am the only one putting pressure on myself, I am the one stressing myself out. I know what my goals are and as long as I am working towards them, it’s alright if my timeline gets extended. My goal for this week is to remember that problems are temporary, nothing is perfect and remaining positive is the best way to get through the rough stuff. I’m only human, I make mistakes and life can be difficult. I’ve got a short week this week (at the day job, that is) and I will be concentrating on simplifying my life and getting things back on track.(especially my blog posts, I’ve missed you guys!) For now, I’m going to dig into a new craft book I bought today and relax. Tomorrow is a new day.

[artwork © Aimee Elizabeth McEwen]