Day 1 of Maria's dating 101

Why Hello there!

How are YOU?  Yes, I am really asking and I want to hear.

I wanted to take some time and share what's been going on with me these days.  I've decided to join the online dating community and open my heart to the possibility of finding love once again.

This time I thought I would share my journey with you.

As of today I have signed up for Match.com and Zoosk.  Both online dating apps I have paid the monthly membership fee.  Now keep in mind Match.com or Zoosk has not asked me to represent or promote either one of their apps.  My experiences are my own.

So if you are like me and looking for love in 2019 how and where do you start?  For most of us 40 something ladies it isn't like when we were teenagers and the guy sent us a note or fumbled through asking us out.  It's kinda tricky to navigate.  Do I have your interest peaked yet?  I sure hope so.  Keep reading to find out what adventures I am embarking on as I seek the kind of love that will last long into my 80s and 90s.

Ok, let's get down to business.  The first question you need to ask yourself if you are single and seeking love is:  "What is it I really want."  You need to be very clear on this question.  If you don't know what you want you will only attract all kinds of crazy.  This would be a great time for you to pause and get out that dusty old notebook and start writing.  Yes, I said writing.  Do you own a pen?  If not, go out and get a spiral ringed notebook and a pen.  Make sure to get a pen you like because you will be doing a lot of writing while you are with me on this adventure.  I buy a Mead notebook and use a purple pen because it makes me smile.

I'd take about 15-30 minutes and start writing what it feels like to have the type of relationship you are seeking.  Since we are all individuals this is going to be quite different for each of us.  At 47 years old I know that I want the kind of man I can talk to for the rest of my life.  I will share more about what I want as we go along.  For now,  start writing so you can figure out what you want in the partner you are seeking.  Remember there are no right or wrong answers.  By writing out your feelings you have opened up your creative juices and become more clear on what you are truly seeking.

If you are still writing and 30 minutes has passed, no worries!  Keep writing it means you are on FIRE.  You got this and have  fun writing.

I'm going to remind you that there are no right or wrong answers here.  If you pick up the notebook tomorrow and find that what you wrote today isn't what you want, don't through it away but build upon and continue writing.

Well, now that we are started, I am going to leave you to enjoy the rest of your Saturday.  Here's my first dating tip:

You're going to need a picture of yourself so if you are great at taking selfies, you're all set.  If you need some help, then find a friend to take a picture of you.  We want to see that gorgeous face of yours.

Talk to you next time!
m

Good Morning Dearhearts!

Gosh its been a while since I wrote last.  We are near the end of 2015 and all I can say is WOW!  It has been quite the year.  And, this morning I'm not even quite sure where to start to share how the 2nd half of 2015 has unfolded for me in the world of Abundant Blessings.

How about those two words "ABUNDANT BLESSINGS?"  Indeed I can say I AM Abundantly Blessed.  Always I feel taken care of - even when I am feeling low energy.  I know that Spirit is there to show me how to pick myself back up and continue on my path.

So, what is my path?  I remember almost 6 years ago when I was experimenting with the idea of creating a business name.  I took some time and ABUNDANT BLESSINGS HEALTH AND WELLNESS LLC unfolded for me.  

Abundant Blessings means many things to me:  sharing how essential oils and oily products may be a great additional to not only my life, my fur babes lives and also the lives of all those who are ready to experiment with something new.  Abundant Blessings also means teaching others how to use oils in making homemade products.  Well, at least giving others a place and the tools to get together with like-minded others and make homemade products.  Another aspect of Abundant Blessings is to offer people an opportunity to experience a Healing Touch or Raindrop session.  This year I added the MNA  Superfood Smoothies to the world of Abundant Blessings.

So what am I saying here?  In the beginning when Abundant Blessings was starting I was working full time and then for about a year I experimented with focusing on the business full time.  I quickly learned that there were many aspects I missed about being out in the work force.  SO, I went back to work for a company which I am enjoying a great deal.  Does this mean I am giving up or letting go of my Dream?

Absolutely NOT!  What Spirit and the Universe have shown me this year along with many other lessons is to trust them.  Each day I do my BEST to connect with Spirit during my walks or in meditation so I know what is best for me and the babes to LIVE THE BLESSED LIFE.  That really is the end goal for me.  

Does it look like I thought it would?  Not really.  And you want to know what?  I'm really happy this morning.  I have a warm home to live in.  I have food to keep me moving forward.  I have my health and my babes are healthy.  I could keep going on with the list and my intention here is that you see what I am sharing with you.  I AM BLESSED.

So, when you find your dream and it turns in a different direction my Dearhearts - SEE the unlimited possibilities the new direction has in store for you.  Be excited and open your heart to all the new and happy energy this new direction may give you.

YOU ARE LOVED!  YOU MATTER!  YOU GOT THIS!
Have a spectacular week and May your Blessings be Abundant!

xoxo
Maria

Good Morning and Happy Sunday Dearhearts!  How have you been this week?  What has been unfolding in your own lives as you continue on your path?  Is it everything you dreamed it would be?  I have found lately that what I thought would be my goal has shifted.  I find myself in a place of re-discovery.  Now, at one time in my life I would have been fearful of this change in direction in my life.  However, today I can say I wake up and feel excited and filled with wonder.

There are those of us who like life to stay the same because we know what to expect.  When change arrives in our lives it creates anxiety or stress because it is unfamiliar. Today I would encourage you to come along with me on this journey of re-discovery.  Let's make it exciting and fun.  Let's make every moment count while we are moving on our journey.  

Life may throw us surprises and what we thought our dreams were or are may change.  I'm here to share with you that all of that is PERFECT.  Think about it.  If it wasn't suppose to happen then it wouldn't right?  So, the flip side of that is true.  If it is happening right now to you - it is suppose to happen.  That being said, let's just roll with it.  Like the waves on the ocean, it is much easier to go with the flow of the water than against it.  

I'm inviting you to be BRAVE.   Smile, laugh and know that there is a power far larger than we could ever imagine guiding us as we move through our lives.  Worry, fear and doubt only hold us back.  Don't even entertain those feelings.  That's easy, I'm inviting you to be filled with faith, open your heart and mind to the very possibility that you are here on this earth to do something GREAT!  Now go out and play, experiment and discover your greatness today!  

Make sure to share with us what is unfolding in your GREAT, MARVELOUS AND EXCITING story you are embarking on.  We want to hear and CELEBRATE in your SUCCESS!

Until next time :)
May your Blessings be Abundant and may your path be filled with Unlimited Potential.

Maria

Pictured below is some Pretty from my flower Gardens to remind you how Beautiful you are.

Good Morning and Happy August 10, 2014

Good Morning!  The picture above is one of my favorites so far in 2014.  It was taken in Upper Michigan in May earlier this year.  I love the Rainbow amidst the trees.  I was walking near the lake when it started to rain and that is when I saw the rainbow.  One of life's gifts to us-a rainbow.

I was thinking this morning how fast everything in life is.  I know that is why I like to get up so early-so I can feel the quiet before the rest of the world wakes up and gets moving.  Some days when Ted and I are walking I think my best thoughts come to me. 

 I was at a family reunion yesterday.  It was so great to connect with my extended family.  I had missed the last reunion-because of a "boy,"  I won't make that choice again.  Family is much more important.  I have a cousin who when we meet it's like we can't stop talking.  It was so good to catch up with her again.  I loved listening to her wisdom and insight.  

Being by family made me miss my fur baby, Allie.  It's been about 4 months now and I think of her often.  I'm grateful she isn't suffering anymore.  She was a great friend to me while she was here on earth.

So I guess today's topic turns out to be about what is most important to you in life.  Lately, I know that I learning where best to spend my time.  It's too precious and your life is too important to waste even a second of it.  Spend time with those you cherish doing things you know will bring you JOY.

Have a great week everyone!  I'm off to see more cousins and heading to Schaumberg Illinois on Wednesday.  Looking forward to another adventure.

m

August 1, 2014 and Young Living Joy Essential oil

Good Morning!  It's Friday and I thought that this lovely Young Living oil would be a perfect topic for a Friday.  Most people love the idea of "Friday" because it means what they had to do to make a living is done for another week and they are "free" for 2 days until the cycle continues all over again on Monday.

So what does it mean to have Joy?  I think JOY can be very elusive.  In our society today we are all so busy doing that we don't make enough time to just BE.  I know this last 1 1/2 years as I worked a full time job and grew a business I felt very little JOY.  I decided a few months ago that I wanted JOY to be ever present in my life.  There are so many little things we miss when we are busy doing that they slip right by us.

I am going to challenge myself and you too if you decide to find more JOY in life.  Like today there was JOY in talking to not one but two neighbors as I was walking with TEDDY this morning.  I found JOY as the sun was shining and I looked around and saw beauty. 

Our life while here on this earth is a gift friends.  Too often at the end of the day there are regrets.  Let's not be that person.  When we go to sleep at the end of the day lets know deep down inside us that we have lived our best day yet free from regrets.  And when we get up the next morning we are going to do it all over again.  How great is that?

Well back to the picture if you would like to learn more about these amazing oils and other products then keep following me here and you can check me out at :

www.abundant-blessingsllc.com

Until the next time be blessed and feel JOY!
m

July 30,2014

Good Morning!  Just a quick hello today.  I am off to see my sister in Antigo today.  Lots to get done before I head there. 

I wanted to share that yesterday was a pretty super delicious kind of Tuesday.  Not because any one thing happened to make it great, but because the whole day was just great.  I was smiling from the inside out and it felt great.

You see I realized that even though I am embarking on this new journey it's not all going to be smooth sailing.  Monday was one of those bumpy days.  Monday night I decided that I wasn't going to let that gloomy feeling sneak into Tuesday and vavoom-Tuesday was great.

I feel so blessed to be able to see where this path takes me.  I have no idea what to expect really.  I only know if I open myself up to the Universe and ask God to blessed me, I find that indeed I am blessed.  It doesn't get any better than that.

I hope as you embark on this Wonderful Wednesday that you take a moment to thank God for your blessings and have faith that today is going to be another super delicious kind of day.

Be blessed
m

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July 27, 2014 Sunday

So I thought maybe I would share a little bit about me with a picture today.  You see this is where Teddy and I live.  Allie, a little blond Cocker Spaniel use to live with us but this past April she became ill and is now in Heaven.

With just the two of us, this house is perfect.  Teddy loves snooping in all the Tall flowers (and weeds) you see in the picture.  He has captured my heart for the last 6, almost 7 years now.  I will post a picture of him later.  He is one of the reasons, really the most important reason why I am on a new adventure in the story of my life.

After Allie passed, I decided it was time for a change.  I knew with the business and my team growing I couldn't keep juggling both a full time job and the business.  With my dream set in motion I did what I needed to get to where I am today.

For the first time in months I actually feel free.  There is no place Teddy or I need to be today.  We are free to just be.  Teddy's belly woke us up at 5am today.

We got up and took care of the bladder and the belly :)  Then Teddy jumped back onto the bed while I read, wrote in my journal and meditated.  What a great way to start our day.  I love getting up early.  Most people are still sleeping and the world is quiet at that time of the day.  

As we drove to the dog park, I thought how nice it was the sun was shining with very few cars out on the roads yet.  It is a brilliant sun with blue skies that make the green grass look greener.

As I let Teddy lose into the dog park, my heart smiled as I saw the joy on his face at being to run and play as he wished.  There were other dogs there which Teddy greeted, but he was most happy to snoop around and discover new treasures.

My heart is singing today.  There is never any guarantee of what the future brings folks, we only have this moment.  We spend most of them rushing from place to place.  Today I challenge you to take time to be free.
#beblessedinfreedom