Celebrate Her Finale!

 For several posts now, we've explored a picture of a woman who gave her life to being someone authentic.  From her central change, she did.  Now, as I write this conclusion post for "celebrate her", I feel the need to leave this chapter with some final thoughts.  Please take the time to question yourself... What did you gain most from the Celebrate Her series?  Which statement surprised you more than the others?  Which statement will you commit to practicing in your own life?  Which characteristics mentioned do you already possess?  Keep getting curious!  Explore things, like these posts, when you read them.  Challenge yourself to use them as catalysts for your growth, not simply words scanned in a minute.  Only what you allow to affect you will cause change!

She not only saw a light at the end of the tunnel, she became that light for others... Celebrate her compassion

She designed a life she loved... Celebrate her joy


She took a leap and built her wings on the way down... Celebrate her daring


She remained true to herself... Celebrate her authenticy

She made the world a better place... Celebrate her!





Comments

  1. SherylOctober 13, 2021 at 11:45 AM

    I loved this series. Just a thought--what would it look like to do a series of posts about women around you who exemplify some of these characteristics? You could give portraiture a try as you spotlight them and the things they excel at.

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  2. Josh & Mandy ShaardaOctober 27, 2021 at 10:01 AM

    I love that you shared this book with your thoughts and photography! Says a lot. You are she Lydia!

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