After my whirlwind painting frenzy and my exhausting attempt at repairing my damaged, textured ceiling last week, I decided to take a little respite. I'm enjoying the long, cold nights with a few good books, a warm quilt and a nice fire. I am currently reading Sarah Ban Breathnach's latest book, "Peace and Plenty." Maybe not the best choice for a relaxing read.
Sarah bravely charters the unspeakable territory of money and finances. I have read all of Sarah's books and this one is the most emotionally challenging so far because the subject itself is so challenging, emotionally and otherwise. I find myself thinking that most of it doesn't apply to me, but is that the fear and denial talking? I have certainly faced these same devastating trials in the recent past. Maybe there are lessons for me too within its pages. I'm going to keep reading with an open mind and an open heart.
I love Sarah's reference to the now famous British poster and my newly adopted, highly appropriate motto. Synchronicity? Probably not.
Sarah's story reminds me of another, Rachel Ashwell of Shabby Chic fame. Reading along with Rachel on her blog as she lost everything and then began the rebuilding of her Shabby Chic brand kept me going at times. As successful as her brand was, ultimately, it failed too. I wasn't all alone in my pain and disappointment. I could relate to all that she struggled with. Both of these beautiful ladies are an inspiration in that they lost everything with the exception of their dignity, determination, grace and courage to lay it all out there so that they and others could grow from their experiences.
If you have a tumultuous relationship with money and finances, as I admit I have, I highly recommend you read this book along with me. Considering that much of what we used to believe about money, investments, finance and work has turned to shades of gray, a fresh look might be timely. Maybe I can get my destiny back on track sooner rather than later.




