Sitting here in heavy traffic, wishing I could push push push and get us home, I remind myself to pause. This family, these children, me…all could use a pause, a slow down of the soul. A group hug.
I realize that it’s a constant state of mind, to choose peace. To choose love. Even for our enemies. And especially when we don’t think it makes sense.
I looked back at them in the car just now, and one child waves two fingers at me, as if he’s reading my mind with that universal symbol, and says “peace, mommy, you need peace”.
Don’t we all.
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What a great idea…a group hug! I think I'm going to go grab me one right now. Oh and peace A, peace!!
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That's one good looking group hug :)
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Group hugs rock!
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Thanks for the reminder. I needed that. :-)
Hope you all have a great holiday!
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This is beautiful. We all need to slow down and just remember to have some peace. Thank you for that reminder my friend.
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such a great reminder, especially today! Thank you!
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Can you teach me how to write like that? I love the way you think Ari – you always remind me to slow down and take a little time to reflect. Thank you. xoxo
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You have a beautiful family!
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I love that photo of you and your boys.
And thank you for the reminder to "slow down" and find peace in every day moments.
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i just discovered your blog and love your honesty. thank you.
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