Today I visited my son’s kindergarten for his 6th birthday read-aloud. I dressed as a farmer who had just harvested baby pumpkins. Each one I pulled from my bag got a few “oooh”s and “aaah”s—until the very last one! The “biggest” pumpkin wasn’t really big at all, but when I revealed it last, the surprise made the kids gasp and shout “Woooow!” A simple mind trick, but such a joyful moment. 🍂✨

The story time went well — the kids laughed, listened, and each received a tiny pumpkin to take home. When I got home, I finally got time to myself to clean my vision.

I also need a bold plan.

My plan isn’t clear.

The wheel is stuck —

and still, I smile.

I have not known how I would get that wheel out of the mud, yet,

But sooner or later, the sun will rise,

and the mud will dry.

Nothing is wrong.

I’m just here, riding it,

enjoying the moment like a cowgirl 🤠

Time is my only energy to heal,

like a mug warming your face during your routine.

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