In the day-in, day-out shuffle of life, there’s something that often gets displaced: our dreams. We rarely find ourselves dreaming about greatness bubbling up in us. Do you remember when you would sit, head in hand, and look out the window, with all sorts of thoughts swirling around in your mind? Not the thoughts of grocery lists or what to remember to pack for school the next day, but the BIG ones — the ones where you do all but fly, where you do the things that make you feel absolutely alive.

My gosh does life have a way of making us forget that greatness.

I don’t want you to forget the part of you that loved dreaming about greatness. I don’t want me to forget that! It’s the very thing that keeps us going; it’s the light within that helps us be whatever the best version of ourselves is. (Mine version is warm and compassionate, and loves to give hugs — but not as much as she likes to laugh!).

So, can I offer an idea to you?

Can you be that wide-eyed dreamer again? Can you find a tiny wedge of space, day by day, to be downright tickled by this life you’re living?

Wedge by wedge, you will create. Piece by piece, you’re making something. It’s something flavorful, delicious, and satisfying. It is the most beautiful foundation for the rest of your life. It’s something you can always come back to.

And no, it’s not pie. It’s better.

The amusement that we can start to practice regularly by daring ourselves to dream about greatness is a powerful life force in and of itself. It’s full of joy, possibility, and opportunity. It gives all sorts of sparkle to the present and the future. In the present, if you can find wonder (you might have to fake it at first!), you are really experiencing what right now is offering.

I’m Emily. Walking with you as you create the foundation is one of the things that I like best. It’s one of my wedges. Learn more about creating with me here!

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