I am what I am...

Well hellooooo...
I trust everyone is spiffing?  I admit I'm not faring too bad.  This weekend I've been indulging in a bit of me time, mooching in Islington where I enjoyed some live music, chips and a bit of shopping, followed by a day of pottering about in my flat today.  I finally got some of my pictures up in the hall and am really pleased with how they look.  Now I just need to finish off that darn painting still sat in the corner of my lounge...

Daylight Music at the Union Chapel

I admit, however, that the last week hasn't been without its challenges.  I've found myself faced with some very difficult situations and having to make difficult decisions, in my personal life as well as at work.  In both situations I've been challenged, and my actions questioned.  It has been tricky, and I've had to really draw on my self belief to get through it.  But get through it I did, and I'm feeling better - and stronger - for it.  Because, at the end of the day, we all need to tune into our gut instinct once in a while and go with it, no matter how hard it can be.
So I leave you now with a simple meditation my good friend Vicky shared with me.  Even if that kind of thing doesn't float your boat, I think that we can all benefit from reminding ourselves of it's message.

I am.
I am what I am.
I believe in myself.
I trust myself.
I accept myself.
I respect myself.
I love myself.

Have a good week everyone :)