Deanna Davis

The Gifts of Intention...and Inspiration...and Transformation...

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Carrier Pigeons Waiting in the Wings

Ok...technology meltdown time and my life is on hold.  My laptop battery is dead (for good), so I can't unplug my computer without having to wait for six billion years for it to re-boot elsewhere, and the new one won't be here for a couple of days.  My Outlook e-mail program crashed yesterday, with no short-term repair in sight.  And, my cell phone works only randomly (most specifically when I don't need it to).

Unfortunately, my work depends on my computer, my email/calendar/task software, and my phone working correctly.  I thought technology was supposed to make things easier.  But it does seem that I'm attracting some seriously counter-productive technology mojo my way.

I'm thinking there are two possible lessons I'm meant to take from this experience.  One is that I could demonstrate that it is, indeed, possible (though perhaps not particularly efficient) to revert to age-old methods of communication to achieve remarkable outcomes in work and life.  Thus, it is possible that calligraphy pens, carrier pigeons, and tin cans connected by strings are in my future.

The other potential "aha" is that it's time for me to take a deep breath, exercise a heretofore unprecedented level of patience, and find creative solutions to move my projects forward in the absence of any 21st century conveniences.  While one would be far more entertaining to write about (and to read about, I'm sure), the other seems more likely to prevent a technology meltdown from becoming an emotional meltdown.

Breath executed, patience iniated, creativity engaged.  Backup plan:  carrier pigeons waiting in the wings.

Hey, Baby...Nice Gait

The other day when I went to my chiropractor for an adjustment, she noticed that I had made a quantum leap in healing from my back injury because I was walking more easily, upright, and swiftly.  She commented:

"Woo, hoo.  Nice gait!"

It felt like a new pickup line.  Kind of like she should have bought me a drink or something (which I wouldn't have turned down, to be sure). 

I felt strangely flattered.  I don't really know what that means, but at least when I fill out those random "know your friends" email surveys, when they ask something like "what's your best feature," I'm absolutely going to say, "nice gait."

I figured that was worth a gratitude of the day.

Malina's Random Cam

Every time I download pictures from my digital camera, a good 30% of them are random shots that Malina took without my permission or knowledge.  This self-portrait cracks me up.  Since I have thousands of her artistic renderings, I figured I'd share an occasional masterpiece with you, in a category aptly entitled "Malina's Random Cam."  Annie Leibovitz, watch out.

Lean Forward Into Your Life...Begin Each Day As If It Were On Purpose

 
In one brilliant sweep of her pen...and her wisdom, we are called to be in this moment...to be intentional with our lives. 

In Lean Forward Into Your Life: Begin Each Day As If It Were On Purpose, Mary Anne Radmacher has gifted us with a truly stunning book, one as thought-provoking as it is action-inspiring, and as practical as it is lyrical. 

During this time of endings and beginnings--the end of one year, the beginning of another--we have the option of living "on purpose" if we choose, and this book offers us the framework on which to build that life of intention.

A gifted artist and powerful writer, Mary Anne provides readers with a joyous nudge to lean forward with the inquisitive nature of a child and the peaceful assurance of a wise mentor, all the while realizing that both of these beings exist within you.  Enjoy this book yourself and share it with those you love during this season of giving and the next season of "fresh starts." 

Enjoy the following brief excerpt from the many treasures in this book:

"in each moment seize the opportunity to experience grand wonder . . after the wonder, joy comes in.

there is a song so deep within the soul it is only heard as laughter. from the fountain of our beliefs come the graces of our lives.

hope flies on its own wings,
carried on winds of laughter,
it will always find its way to the
heart it calls home.

laugh. it is the quickest bridge between strangers and the finest path between friends."

Blow Out Those Flipflops

For those of you who haven't seen it, here's a clip of the signature "Blue Flipflop" story from Womanhood: The Divine Comedy (my one-woman show).  Hold on, men...this story applies to you, too!  Sure, it's 8 minutes long, but I think you'll find that both the laughter and the lesson are both worth a quick break.

And when you're done watching...I challenge you to identify one blue flipflop in your life and blow that baby out at 90 miles an hour.  Be sure to share your comments with what YOU are going to let go of...I look forward to hearing about them!

 

You Must Be the Change You Wish to See in the World

"You must be the change you wish to see in the world."  -Mahatma Gandhi-

Ghandi's words ring ever more true day by day.  The question is, what change do you choose to BE today?  Is it a change in...

• attitude
• actions
• environment
• conviction
• values
• intention
• priorities
• commitments
• connections
• or something else that will change the world today?

Ladies and gentlemen...there's no better time than today to BE that change.  Start now.