The diva challenge struck a cord with me on so many levels this week.
When I first read the challenge "embracing the yuck" my knee jerk reaction was that of "no shit". You see, I only have use of one hand due to the creeping paralysis of progressive MS. As I scoffed at the notion of even having a dominant vs non-dominant hand, I realized how fortunate I am to still have use of one hand, and even more grateful that it is my right hand as I am right handed.
So as I read Elisa's story, more coincidences became evident as I slowly came to realize the beauty of this challenge.
And today, I just started my morning with my zentangle calendar. Yesterday I had attempted Linda's prompt for Charlotte and I "failed" horribly. I just could not do it "right". This morning, I didn't feel right going on to do the next day on the calendar without finishing yesterday first. I had already started Charlotte with my green pen in memory of my Mom. This morning, I just went with what I had. It's not "right", but I like the way it came out!
As I tangled my "peace", the calm came. Then I peeked at the other submissions, and found peace and inspiration in other people "peaces" and stories.
What a fantastic way to realize the good in the yuck.
So "embracing the yuck" is to me "shit happens". Now what are you gonna do with it?
Embracing the yuck:
Shit happens
Put your big girl panties on and deal with it
Don't cry over spilt milk
When life gives you lemons...make lemonade
Every cloud has a silver lining
The sun will come up tomorrow
Tomorrow is a new day
Things will look brighter in the morning
Make the best of it
Do what you can
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It's not the goal, it's the journey