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MaryBeth Sellers's avatar

Wow I think this is one of your best writings. Totally from your heart I felt it and I’m moving forward with that blessing.

My mom shared the following with me

Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift that’s why it’s called the present.

Miss you so much but feel you in my heart!!!

Ali Lopez's avatar

Oh Bethy!!! Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words.

I love your mom's saying <3 so true!

I miss you so much and so glad this makes your heart happy!

Blue's avatar

Beautiful thank you the post itself is a gift

Paula Gregorowicz's avatar

I really like the food blessing … the whole article as well but the blessing feels so intentional and useful

Ali Lopez's avatar

Thanks, Paula! The blessing really is such a wonderful thing... glad it resonates!

Marsha Appel's avatar

Nicely put. So many of us are so fortunate indeed. And we're all going to need to focus on our shared humanity in the coming year to help the increasing number of those who aren't as fortunate.

Ali Lopez's avatar

Amen! And thank you cuz :)

richard and cynthia wein's avatar

Another wonderful, well written piece. They are all “Gifts’” from you to all who read them.

You, were my first gift!❤️

Ali Lopez's avatar

the gift that keeps giving, right???? Love you mama!!

Susan T's avatar

Always inspired by your words. You are a gift to many and have such a kind way about you. I have appreciated the gift of your friendship over the years. ❤️

Ali Lopez's avatar

Thank you, Susan! I appreciate you as well!

Isiah Smith, Jr.'s avatar

I am simply in love with your posts.

Isiah Smith, Jr.'s avatar

And I mean every word, you really have a way with words and you are able to project emotions which is really important. I wish I could do more of that.

Ali Lopez's avatar

Awww Isiah! Thank you so much… you have been encouraging my writing for quite some time now and I really appreciate it!

The Vermonters's avatar

Thank you for sharing Ali. It's been such a hard season to navigate. I'm heartbroken for the people of our beautiful country, and I'm dreaming of the day when the admin is gone.

Love the word you chose...The gift we have is our connection to our communities.... Keep shining and loving one another...especially in these trying and dark times. Keep shining 🌟🩵

Ali Lopez's avatar

Thank you... sending big love and peace to you both, you bright beautiful souls!!!

Jenn Woltjen's avatar

I needed this today. I've been so down on what is going on in the world. I think the darkness of the month doesn't help either.

I need to focus on what is good right now in front of me. You hit on several of them and I love your blessing, I am going to write it down and place it on our dining table and take it with me when we do go out.

Ali Lopez's avatar

I am so glad this helped a bit. And thank you for kind words. I hope the blessing brings you peace and calm... sending hugs your way this dark season.