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In 2017, while away on vacation in another province the opportunity presented itself to climb to the peek of Thanksgiving mountain. Not knowing the guides, area or having the necessary items for safety the leap was something my heart guided.   At the base I met the group, prepared then started the ascent.  While being educated on various sights, my breath was taken away.  Beauty and this life experience was far beyond my expectations.  We hit sub alpine and then the peek.  I took a moment alone and the biggest breath in my life.  It was something unexpected yet the most rewarding.   Today, if you are given the opportunity to challenge yourself, to try and to become, then do it.  Without reservations, expectations or fear.   Each moment in my own personal life has helped create the woman I am today.  No matter the level of difficulty, I will rise up to the challenge and do my personal best.  Today, I choose happiness. On our way up Sub alpine The guides Success! Kindness The view

 I’ve written to my younger self, about what to avoid and what to cherish.  The truth is, we need to start writing to ourselves now.  We need to listen to the narrative that repeats daily which takes away who we truly are.  The narrative which we put stock into that shouldn’t have power.  Yet it happens.  When someone tells you that it’s not possible or you are not capable.  The one that takes away your joy or confidence.   Today, before you hit the pillow I want you to reflect on your successes.  Did you do what was right, when the time called on you?  Did you step away from something that could harm yourself or others?  Did you give yourself a positive affirmation that changed a course of action?   I’ll bet you did one of those things and that is a success.   Remember, success isn’t measured by financial means, it is something you feel and no one except yourself can take away.  Cherish the moment, be present in it and reward yourself with a good nights sleep. Love always, Nicky Xx

I've been picking at this post for a few weeks now.  In reflection I see that my hesitation is purely based on my own growth.  Moving forward without emotion is tough and to distance ones self from this isn't necessary what is needed.  I implore you to sit with them and allow each to move through yourself as I try each and every day.   A measuring stick is used to physically measure distance.   In life it can be used for personal growth.    Reflecting on the 50 years granted thus far, I choose personal growth daily, not being the same person I was and always having the desire to become more, being present. Growth means that one may not choose the same patterns from their past but to rip apart the sheets of history to do more for ourselves.  Einstein said,  "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over again, expecting different results."  If you want to grow, make the change, push yourself.  Use your ruler as a way to measure your growth.  Step out of your