Life on the road...

For those that do not know (and I think by now the majority of you do)...I have been dating a wonderful man in Pittsburgh. I have been spending a bit more time than I imagined driving through southern NYS and Pennsylvania...

Here is a picture that I took while driving (that's probably illegal right?).

As I drove last Saturday, I admired how the sun rose to the left of me and seemed to kiss the white trees.

While I am not a big fan of driving long distances, I have come to enjoy the time in the car--It allows me to think and be grateful!

Grateful for my trusty Subaru, grateful for how snow can come brush us with a clean white coat, cause us to pause, relax a bit and just enjoy (or maybe---aggravate us, depending on your perspective)]...and grateful for all those in my life.

Especially for Vivek. He's a shinning star in my life. He makes me smile when life has gotten the better of me, he listens to me when I need to just tell my story. He's funny, fun, smart, handsome, a wonderful communicator, and importantly-- ready to travel to anywhere in the world (as long as they have nice pillows and sheets :)

He takes care of me in so many wonderful ways- but MOST of all--likes me for who I am. Thank you Honey--for being you and being a wonderful partner.

My cute little niece Emme

My lack of blogging is just horrible I know. Well, life gets in the way sometimes---however, one of the recent stars in my life is my cute little niece Emme. She's happy (almost all the time)...healthy and full of smiles. She's a wonderful little soul---and I can't wait for her to be more of highlight on my blog.

the growth of understanding follows an ascending spiral rather than a straight line

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I really like this quote...and this picture.

I have been drawn to spirals for a while now---and I think it's because of the subconscious connection with growth. How growth isn't a straight line but a spiral.

I am appreciating my growth and the ascensions and setbacks that comes with it.

And I thank the universe for the little messages that help me continue on the upward path.

5-year-old Di Di

Yesterday I was reminded of something very important. Become friends with who YOU were when you were 5-years-old....invite that bundle of love and energy back into your life. She/he will help remind you to speak from your heart. To always speak truth--and to just love.

Yes, this cute little girl on my blog is me :)

I am becoming her friend--she has a lot to teach me.

Thank you Caroline for reminding me of her. And..thank you Melis for your guidance as well!

I am Energy and Prosperity!

highlights of summer trips

This summer has been really fun! I have been lucky enough to take a few short summer trips to visit a wonderful new friend. Here are some highlights from Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.

My friend Vivek took Mike and I to see Frank Lloyd Wright's famous house, Falling Water. It was truly beautiful!

These pictures were taken at Philadelphia's Magic Gardens
Artist Isaiah Zagar--a former Peace Corps volunteer--created this beautiful mosaic garden in S. Philly--creating a community of art. It was by far my favorite part of Philly.

Garden Walk 2009~

I so enjoyed today's gathering of friends and their extended families over lots of yummie food. It was such a joy to bring together these unique people....
I feel so very lucky to have such wonderful friends with such diverse backgrounds.
It's as beautiful as the flowers we saw today!

I really love these Lillies...they smell so good!

I am always grateful to spend time with Kris.....I am so glad we still have time to enjoy these little joys together :)

Happy Auntie...again :)

Last Sunday...Joe's girlfriend Annette had her baby. Sage Isadora Hardy is my new little niece. She's was just so precious when we met her the first time. She was just born yet her eyes were wide open! She was ready for the world and all it has to offer her.

We are all so happy for Joe and Annette. I know she will grow up around love, light and happiness. AND YOGA!

Plus...she has tons of other aunties to help her along the way as well...

Welcome Sage. We love you already!