Yesterday I had a super crappy day. Nothing major, so I'm not entitled to much sympathy, but one of those days where "crappy" is the best word that fits. Here's a snippet: picture me carrying a kicking-and-screaming 4-year old from the grocery store mid-shop, just after she bit me. She has chosen this time of year to be the naughtiest ever, and boldly told me the other day that she doesn't care if Santa comes to our house or not. Huh.
Anyhow, I was puttering around last night trying to get organized, and I found something tucked away in an envelope that I did not see when I first opened it last week. It was a letter with photos from Amy's friends, our Cowgirls vs. Cancer scholarship recipient and guest blogger on her journey through breast cancer treatment (aka kicking cancer's ass). It stopped me in my tracks, and made me forget all about my silly crappy day. Here's what it said:
Dear Margaret,
On October 31st a group of 15 gathered at a hometown race to run for our friend Amy, your 2010 Cowgirls vs. Cancer Scholarship recipient. We asked for pledges in honor of Amy and the Scholarship Fund. We raised $2,725. We are proud and happy to send it to you to put toward the fund which Amy inspired.
Thank you for what you are doing for Amy and others like her that are on a similar journey. To know Amy is to love her. You will enjoy having her at Big Sky Yoga Retreats and Amy will enjoy being there. It is a light at the end of the tunnel.
Sincerely, Friends of Amy
I'm not saying we're not entitled to our crappy days. But it's things like this that remind me of how much we can do for each other, on crappy days or in true times of need. Thank you, friends of Amy, for your efforts and for the powerful reminder. Namaste.
Pictured: Amy and her friends - their pink shirts read, Running for Amy - Big Sky, Big Hope.
Hi! I found your blog through Ashtangamami's - it's beautiful. And, yes to crappy days, they happen far too often, but your right - we all have them, and the goal is to not let them determine our attitudes or moods - you do what you can with have you have sometimes. I find your profile fascinating! Great job for the run! I am 'trying' to get back into running - it's a series of ups/downs :(...and also started a yoga training progam (Eek! over the next 8 months)...I don't think I want to be a yoga teacher (not sure it'll pay the bills unfortunately)...but I'm hoping it will help me discover 'myself'...if that makes sense?! Anyhow, check out my site if you wish (and add me to your Roll!!) - I love input and advice from readers such as you. Namaste (and here's to a better day love).
ReplyDeletehey eatmovelove, thanks for stopping by and love your blog...will definitely add you to the roll if you add me to yours! I don't write about it all that much (perhaps it will be a 2010 resolution to do so?), but I'm a huge foodie too. I am sure you will enjoy your yoga journey and the places it takes you, no doubt on a journey into the self...looking fwd to reading more on your blog. Namaste.
ReplyDeleteI read this and felt the same thing last week. I was so absorbed in work and stress that I had forgotten all about this 'Random Act of Kindness' project I was working on. When I shifted my priorities. I realized that volunteer work made everything better; that there was more outside myself. It adjusted my mood and made me feel so much better about life in general. I am so glad that your business has evolved to honor what truly matters. I'm inspired and drawn daily to Montana thanks to you and your mission.
ReplyDeletethanks christine! it is amazing what happens when we are able to tune in to what is outside of ourselves and what we can make positive contributions to...
ReplyDeleteI love this photo of Amy and her wonderful friends. WAY to go girls! My cowboy hat is off to you all!!!
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