Monthly Archives: June 2012

Messages in the sky

Posted on June 25, 2012 by

I was pulling out of the Wal-Mart parking lot with a sour look on my face. I really, really dislike Wal-Mart. I always seem to get stuck in the line with the stressed out mom yelling at her kids. Shopping jaunts there manage … Continue reading →

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Fears of a creative mother

Posted on June 21, 2012 by

“Gold Stars” ~Lara Blair * * * In the interest of exposing our lies here on our little ignited planet, I’ve been doing some thinking about my own whopper. I am a creative creature from the top of my head … Continue reading →

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I am enough ~Elida

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

It was quite a blow when I realized (at age 30) that not everyone liked me!  I was shocked. “Why wouldn’t people like me…I’ve got a great heart, I try my best, I am genuinely interested in others, and I … Continue reading →

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Building an army

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

You may have noticed a new face over there on the blog. I get a kick out of the fact that people think we’re sisters. Even in Italy, animated strangers were gesturing with their wild hands that we may be … Continue reading →

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Vintage airstreams and other transformation catalysts

Posted on June 11, 2012 by

I believe the quest for living an ignited life has a lot to do with not conforming to the world as we know it. It involves an attempt to avoid bowing down to old, familiar ways of doing things. What … Continue reading →

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Body consciousness ~ the battle for peace

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

6:30 am and there are no less than four pairs of pants strewn on the floor. I am feeling bloated and unable to handle the responsibility of wearing form-fitting anything. Unkind words. Impolite staring at problem areas. Defeat. This never-ending … Continue reading →

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Ignite the Heart: Women of Truth

Posted on June 5, 2012 by

Words came into my inbox this morning that brought tears to my eyes. It validated everything Elida and I are trying to accomplish with our “Ignite the Heart” retreats: ….I am the full belly after a decadent meal. There is … Continue reading →

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Two great web destinations

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

My friend Melody and her crew over at Brave Girls have just opened their on-line shop. I went to Brave Girls awhile back and it was a life-changer. Here’s the store! I mentioned #Shereadstruth as a great app for studying—the … Continue reading →

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A favorite quote

Posted on June 1, 2012 by

One of my favorite poets has so many words of wisdom. This is a road that captivated me on my retreat in West Texas last year. Have a wonderful weekend! Lara

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