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Mary B's avatar

I love the question, "Will you notice?" I added for myself, "will I notice and then let go?" Brilliant, Julie. Thank you.

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I love this addition Mary B.! “Will I notice and then let go?” Powerful. Thank you for sharing. I hope your Friday is off to a great start. :)

Mary B's avatar

Thanks, Julie, and you're welcome. Friday so far has been stellar, I hope you and your family have a great Friday, too, and weekend! :-)

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Great to hear! Thank you so much. :)

Alford  Wayman's avatar

Very beautiful writing! I need to start down some new dirt paths and run a little and break free. Thanks for the reminders!

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Yes! Go for it. I hope you do and would love to hear about it.

Gary Spangler's avatar

Hi Julie! I love the poem you read. The inflection of your voice was a great fit to the words and rhythm. Rhetorical questions challenging us to be present and to realize we’re part of a Great Mystery. Thanks for all you do!

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Gary for being here and listening in. A Great Mystery we get to notice each and every day. Isn’t it wonderful?!

KAREN V. BLOOM's avatar

This is great question! On a walk it’s easier than when we are in a hurry. Good to slow down when we can.

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I’m thinking on this question more and more each day. Today after my long run I did a cool down walk and saw the most amazing snail…it was very large swirls of white/green/brown hanging to a piece of grass. I was so happy to notice. Thank you for being here Mom.

KAREN V. BLOOM's avatar

Oh that’s great ! You are welcome. ❤️

Tracy Chamberlain Higginbotham's avatar

I appreciate your gratitude. I am here anytime you need me. XO

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Tracy. Enjoy your baby granddaughter. xox She's precious.

Amie McGraham's avatar

And I thank YOU, Julie, for inspiring my running, writing and cooking. We are better together!

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

We truly are! Grateful to have you and so many here to rise together.

khushikatyal's avatar

It was a delight to chat with you Julie :)

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you Khushi. Hope to see you soon! :) (I need to double check time)

Claudette Henson's avatar

Slowing down to notice is so important! Why is it so hard to do?

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

I agree Claudette! I have to be so intentional to do so.

When you have the answer let me know. :)

Claudette Henson's avatar

Have a good day!

Claudette Henson's avatar

We are melting crayons today

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

How fun! You're the BEST! Truly. Have an amazing day Claudette and thank you for being here with me. I'm so grateful to know you.

Margaret O'Brien's avatar

Beautiful questions Julie. 🙏🏻

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Thank you so much Margaret. Your journal Weather Report has been a great way to reflect. Thank you again.

Margaret O'Brien's avatar

That makes me so happy Julie 💕

Clark Rose's avatar

Here, here is your heart

Will you dare listen to it?

It so wants to talk...

Julie B. Hughes's avatar

Beautiful Clark. Thank you. I hope you and Sharon are well.