JUST BEGIN

"To Begin, Begin." William Wordsworth

In college I was paralyzed every time I had to start a paper. You can ask my roommates about the creative ways I invented to procrastinate. One of my favorite activities was to sing opera in the stairwell of the dorms. I can share my adventures of avoidance later...if it relates to something....which I somehow doubt.
It's a challenge for me to "just begin." Why then, would I choose to torture myself with writing a blog? I do not have an upcoming audition at the Met. It's because I feel passionately with all my heart and soul that I have something of value to share. I am hoping that I find a voice in this process. I would like frame this as a "co-creative" journey." I invite everyone to use this blog to celebrate, have fun, share and play. My desire is that "gratitude" becomes a daily practice. I can not wait to hear the beautiful and inspiring stories that are there to be told. I deeply believe that happiness and joy are contagious and I hope that you will join me in this quest to see goodness in this world. 

 The Human Acknowledgement Project starts with a simple "thank you." Here's what I have so far: (Please note that it's not just me. I am surrounded by inspirational friends and family that make my heart sing. They are the "brainstorm team." ) It's all about GRATITUDE! The concept is to acknowledge and celebrate those people who are making a difference in ours and others lives. 

" The word gratitude is derived from the Latin word gratia, meaning "favor" and gratus, meaning "pleasing." All derivatives from this Latin root have to do with kindness, generousness, gifts, the beauty of giving and receiving, or getting something for nothing. Gratitude is pleasing. It feels good. Gratitude is also motivating. When we feel grateful, we are moved to share the goodness we have received with others." Dr. Robert A. Emmons from the book "thanks."

Now it's time to "just begin."