Tag Archives: adversity

Feel the Feels

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Beth W.

This too shall pass…..good and bad. ❤️ Continue reading →

Posted in adversity, Blah, feelings, fighting fears, Let it go, persevere, sadness, Worry | Tagged accept circumstances, Acceptance, adversity, attitude, challenges, Christopher Morley, drawing, feeling the feelings, meh day, persevere | 27 Comments

One year ago today, I could not have foreseen the events that would unfold. Exactly a year ago today, I tested positive for Covid, was dealing with mind games and threats from my narcissist ex and was feeling defeated, dejected … Continue reading →

Posted in Carpe Diem, creativity, Dating, feelings, happiness, independence, Let it go, Love Yourself, moving on, relationships, watercolor practice | Tagged adversity, alone, angel, caring, challenges, do what brings you joy, drawing, endings, ex-husband, happiness, hopeful, joy, kindness, letting go, life goes on, love, love yourself, painting, watercolor | 23 Comments

The Lost Has Been Found!!! 🎉😁🎉

Posted on August 31, 2021 by Beth W.

The way to love anything is to realize that it may be lost. Gilbert K. Chesterton Friday was a red letter day in our happy household! Mara’s bag had been lost since she arrived on the 17th, but finally on … Continue reading →

Posted in Celebrate, happiness, patience, persevere, thankfulness | Tagged adversity, celebrate, challenges, exchange year problems, lost luggage | 12 Comments

Bloom (Despite) Where You’re Planted!

Posted on July 23, 2021 by Beth W.

Volunteer Hollyhocks growing between the concrete and the patio pavers. They are thriving despite their location! In spite of discouragement and adversity, those who are happiest seem to have a way of learning from difficult times, becoming stronger, wiser and … Continue reading →

Posted in Acceptance, adversity, thankfulness | Tagged adversity, be grateful anyway, bummer, cancellation, cancelled trip, flight delay, hollyhock, Joseph B. Wirthlin, PlantablesAndPaper Etsy Shop | 8 Comments

Blessed Night

Posted on July 3, 2021 by Beth W.

If there were no night, we would not appreciate the day, nor could we see the stars and the vastness of the heavens. We must partake of the bitter with the sweet. There is a divine purpose in the adversities … Continue reading →