It is Well
Embracing a New Norm
I am well. A powerful affirming mantra I use daily that keeps me grounded in the present.
A mantra I recited with my mom during her last days on earth. A mantra we chanted even when the pain had been insurmountable.
I am well is a reminder to myself and spirit that we are here and doing our best. And that is good enough.
I’ve released trying to control the outcome and stand in what is.
When asked how I am I say: “I am present.”
Being present is what has gotten me through the toughest moments. When I witnessed my mother taking her last breath I was present with her. My phone broke earlier that day after a sound healing session with my mother. I was present with her through her transition. I breathed her last breath with her and was reminded that it was well because I still had breathe in my body. My mother would say to me that as long as you have breath in your body you can overcome anything. Me being part of that journey and bearing witness to my earth taking her last breath was quite a sobering moment for me.
I know now how precious life is and I won’t linger trying to rewrite the past. I will continue moving forward towards the things that bring me joy.
I will continue to remember the foundations I’ve been a part of that have contributed to my strength and make up.
I will go gently as my spirit desires me to and take out the blade when needed. (Cus balance)
I am participating in my first jewelry exhibition at the Mint Museum in Charlotte on May 1st. The curator that reached out to me asked if they could use my headshot for promo for the exhibit. I was delighted not just because it was me but that particular photo was a representation of perseverance, strength, creativity, alchemy, poise and beauty. Everything my mother knew I’d be. Her warrior princess, Meesh the Great.
More info on this event can be viewed here: Mint Museum Adornmint May 1 Event
I’d love to see you all. If you don’t make it this go round the exhibit is up until May 26th.
Aside from preparing for the exhibit I’ve been taking care of myself and making room for daily pockets of joy.
Current Soundtrack of my life:
May you all continue be gentle with yourself. Love up on yourself and your people.
Peace and Love,
