Your Renewed Sparkle
Thank You Notes #33

“I can hardly wait for tomorrow, it means a new life for me each and every day.” ― Stanley Kunitz
Dear Lovely Readers and Writers,
On Friday this week, my husband and I stepped out to do some holiday shopping. We were in the giving spirit.
Upon entering a crystal shop we had never been to, I felt transported to a world of sparkles and light. It was called Crystal Heart.
I was mesmerized by the twinkle in every window of this magical place. It felt like I had a renewed sense of purpose. Those crystals and rocks spend a long time underground. When unearthed, their light can shine upon us.
The gentleman in the shop told us about a rare rock only found in a mountain range in Russia. Its swirled purple color with tones of black and brown was beautiful.
It is called charoite, and we purchased a small round piece of it as a gift for our son. He loves purple, and it makes a powerful gift.
This lovely stone is one of transformation, renewing a person’s sense of being.
Even though I only held it for a short time, I felt connected to its energy. My shine and sparkle for life returned, and I am grateful for the days I took to rest and explore.
This week’s theme is:
Renewed Sparkle
Have you experienced an event that renewed your energy or feeling of purpose? What was that moment like? How did you feel?
I look forward to your poems, stories, and articles about your renewed sparkle.
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Thank you to everyone who keeps my spirits high each day. I appreciate each of you and I am grateful for your friendship.
This week I feel very inspired to write and share my creativity with the world.
I want to thank pockett dessert for sharing her lovely photography and graphics along with her articles. She has inspired me to pick up my camera again and renew my sparkle for making videos and sharing beauty.
This will be a prolific week for me, as I will balance the time I will take off to be with my dear sister-in-law visiting from out of town next week.
I will always be here to read and delight in your stories as well as publish them, so never fear. This is a time of great love. We slow down a little bit to savor the beauty and flavors of the season and it is perfect.
I wish you all a beautiful week ahead!
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Thank you to all of our wonderful writers for their beautiful pieces this week:
Nancy Blackman Thank you, Nancy, for this beautiful poem on balancing rest and productivity. It is a powerful message for all of us.
John C. Davis Thank you, John, for sharing your gratitude with us this week! It was beautiful to hear of your love for your wife, friends, and family. They are shining in your life!
Ali Thank you, Ali, for sharing this wonderful poem on time. I love all the ways it can be viewed in our lives.
Kris Bedenian Thank you, Kris, for sharing how precious our moments in life are! I love your concept of a hope chest in our lives. Beautiful!
Monoreena Acharjee Majumdar Thank you, Monoreena, for sharing your beautiful view on life through your art and poetry! I am so glad you treasure your time and everything in it.
Tonya S. Ware Thank you, Tonya, for sharing your appreciation for delivery drivers who show up at your door and go the extra mile. Lovely story!
Gurpreet Dhariwal Thank you, Gurpreet, for sharing what being rich really means in life. It is not about the money or material goods, but what is within our hearts. Lovely reminder!
Norlisa Alias Thank you, Norlisa, for sharing the hidden gifts of being in isolation. We wish you a speedy recovery and full health. Thank you for sharing your story with us!
Susan Poole Thank you, Susan, for sharing about how precious the small moments are in our lives. Your story touched my heart!
JoAnn Ryan Thank you, JoAnn, for sharing your gratitude with us. Your loving words spoke to me when I most needed them.
Lucia Landini Thank you, Lucia, for sharing your story of a relaxing day and time well spent. It helped me to feel good about taking time out for myself.
pockett dessert Thank you, Pockett, for sharing your comedy of errors with us! Your story made me smile and laugh in wonder at the beauty of life.
Haley Whitehall Thank you, Haley, for sharing your new love of audiobooks and the time they allow you to accomplish more in your days. It helped me appreciate a new way to read.
Katie Michaelson Thank you, Katie, for sharing your love of so many amazing editors and their publications. I appreciate your support of all of us!
Indubala Kachhawa Thank you, Indubala, for bringing us into your treasured time with books. Your sketches are magical! Thank you for sharing!
Vidya Sury, Collecting Smiles Thank you, Vidya, for sharing your life and heart with us this week. We are so grateful to have you here.
Trista Signe Ainsworth Thank you for all the blessings this week as I navigated a sick day, a big goal, and more. You are all a chosen family for me. Thank you for your love and friendship.
Thank you to all of our wonderful writers at Thank You Notes:
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