How lovely is this Alfred Tennyson quote hand lettering by Lisa Congdon? I always find that quotes like these speak to people differently, carrying a different meaning to all of us and touching us in different ways. I love the mantra “hope smiles”. For me, I see it as meaning hope and promise for the future. Every challenge I face, every good day and bad day I live, and every memory I make becomes etched into me. It would be silly to pretend I don’t cry or get sad, but what really keeps me going is this hope and overwhelming sense of joy.
I am hopeful because I am alive. I’m in good health. I exercise and eat healthy.
Not everyone has the luxury to be able to eat the foods they want. I’ve been so blessed to be able to travel all over the world. I work on my blog from home. I get to wake up each morning and pursue my dream. Most of all, I have someone by my side who loves me and supports everything I do. I have a loving family that is always there for me. Of course, I have worries as well, as we all do. I get home sick quite a bit and sometimes lose inspiration or wonder if what I’m doing is worth it or if anyone even cares.
Then, I think back to last year and all that’s happened and how far I’ve come. I can honestly say I’m a million times happier right now at this point that I was last year. I feel more myself than I have been in a while. So, it’s with hope and courage that I look forward to next year and the new opportunities, trials, and fun times that await me.
For more inspiring mantras, see my 12 steps to self-care and read about my feelings regarding the power of good thoughts.
Design by // Lisa Congdon
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