I spent the weekend in Mexico with family, and it was a lot.

Sometimes things in life change quickly, and all at once.

Recently I've been feeling this truth. I find myself slowing down in order to keep up with all the parts and pieces that are moving so fast.

Our time in Mexico was a mix of grieving and celebration, family connection and separation.

My partner was there and we met up with my parents.
.....My brother wasn't able to make it. Nor were my grandparents.

My parents celebrated their 29th anniversary, and we honored the birthday of my passed aunt.
.....Our family dog passed away unexpectedly the following day, and my grandfather experienced health complications.

I had a moment to catch up to myself after a month of big growth.
.... And I also found myself falling behind a bit.

There is a yin and yang in all things, and I re-learn this constantly.

Right now, my focus is on trusting the natural balance of our universe.

Reminding myself that it's okay to slow down. To return home and find my way back to my todo list. To be gentle on myself. To let my hands make their way through my leather studio. To release and move through, by means of creation.

To take time to smell orchids and find beauty through the shaded places. --
Thanks to all of you for sticking with me through my waves of productive creation and not-so-productive isolation. My heart is grateful.

May we all be kind to our own garden 🌱