see the original and find the printable version of this here
This. This. This.
When was the last time you saw someone wearing something you liked and complimented them? When was the last time that you saw someone doing something wonderful, or kind, or special, or ordinary; and complimented them on it?
About 2 years ago, I realized that I was allowing more negative influences and thoughts into my life than positive ones, and it was having a very disheartening effect on me. I decided that I wanted to be better, be more. So I set an alarm on my phone that was simply entitled “be helium” It quite literally changed my life.
I challenge you to go forward and be helium, magnify the strengths of others – you will be better for it, and you never know how far those ripples will travel.
BOOKS
- I’m still obsessed with, and bookmarking recipes from The Skinnytaste Cookbook
. We’ve made the Chicken Enchiladas and the enchilada soup, and I can’t wait to get home and make more! Stay tuned because I am going to buy one of y’all a copy.
- I love people who spread positivity and encouragement, and my friend and fellow AYA Summit attendee C.C. Chapman does just that with his 2nd book Amazing Things Will Happen: A Real-World Guide on Achieving Success and Happiness
Photography
- One of my favorite resources and communities is Clickin’ Moms, if you haven’t joined/heard of/checked out their forums/website/classes/tutorials… you should really get on that.
- Karen is one of those people who makes an impact. Once you’ve met her, the impact of her never leaves you. She is one of the most talented people I’ve ever met, and her Beginning Focus e-book is one of my favorite photography resources.
Miscellany
- Last week I was in Utah at the Better Blog Retreat where Jenny and Shelly introduced Sommer and me to this incredible makeup
that smells like chocolate. This incredible makeup
- Overthe past two weeks I’ve bounced between Texas, Utah, Texas, Washington, and more airports and airplanes than I care to think about. I’ve been outside, inside, running, hiking, in schools, dry air, humidity, airplanes, airports, and dentists offices. My poor skin and lips don’t know what to do. I’m still working on the skin care, but I have found my new favorite lipcare and I want to share it with y’all. The ChapStick Hydration Lock
is a special kind of magic. One side for the day, one side for the night. I put some on before going to bed in Utah, and the next morning my lips were still soft and coated. Try it.. it’s worth it.
These faces, y’all. These little people. I’ve been traveling quite a bit and coming home to these little people who jump on me, hug me, kiss me, hang on me, and want nothing more than to sit on the couch with me cuddling and murmuring “I love you, Mom. I missed you, Mom” over and over again…. I couldn’t ask for anything more.
Tell me, friends. What’s bringing you happiness this week?
C.C. Chapman says
Spending time with you and all the other amazing women last night is what makes me happy. The fact that I get to spend the next two days with everyone makes me even happier.
Thank you for including my book and message in your update.
*BIG hugs*
Rachel says
We have to get a picture! I think the last one is 5 years old! Thank you for being so wonderful.
shelly (cookies and cups) says
Miss you loads already! xo
Rachel says
HUGE xoxoxoxo Miss my roomies! <3
Amanda says
Such a good reminder to be more positive!
Rachel says
Thank you, Amanda <3
Gaby says
This is great, I’m always looking for a new good read!
Rachel says
And you met C.C. last night! π loved getting a bit of time with you at this fabulous AYA Summit.
Colleen says
Right now, the prospect of making some major changes in my life is making me happy. I just need to be patient and remind myself they won’t happen overnight!
Rachel says
So wonderful, Colleen! Good luck with both the changes and the patience! π