Where Eagles Fly!

Today I did one of the craziest things I have ever done, went Hang Gliding!

It was an item on my bucket list , I knew I wanted to do before I died and it seemed like the right time to do. One of those things where as Pink so sweetly puts it "look fear in the face and say I just don't care". I knew I had to face my fear and just go do it. Forget about negative aspects of the fear of "what if "..and remember the positives of "what if"..

To be in the air soaring thru the wind like a bird was breath taking. The view from 1500ft was magnificant, there was so much to see I was afraid I wouldn't be able to take it all in. It was being in that "moment" that made me smile.

There are times in life we need to take ourselves out of our comfort zone and push the limit. Change can be a scary thing but when you realize and I mean really realize that there isn't anything you can't do once you set your mind to it..you know that you have the courage and the strength to face any change head on! Doing something completely out of your daily routine is also good for the soul..and your spirit.

The only way to face your fears is head on!! "If you think you can , you can! "

What's next for this lady I wonder!!!

Proud to be Canadian!

Happy Canada Everyone! Its a beautiful warm sunny day today , at least in this part of Canada where I am enjoying my morning java. I was reflecting on what it means to be Canadian and the famous people and hero's like Terry Fox, Rick Hansen, Michael J Fox, Celine Dion, Ann Murray, Jann Arden, Gordon Lightfoot, Margaret Atwood, Romeo Dallaire etc.. who have done remarkable things over the years for this country and the people. There is so much history in this country that has yet to be learned about the Inuit, MicMac's, the early decendents , Memorial day and the role our veterans played , the list goes on...so we may live in a country of freedom. Is our Country perfect? Of course not. However, the history, the beautiful landscape , and richness of culture that each province offers is amazing and something to be grateful for.

I also find myself thinking of the many Canadian hero's that go unnoticed..those Canadian's who take time to help others, who travel to many parts of the world to build schools, wells, hospitals..who help in search and rescue efforts, clean up after tornados, tsunamis, hurricanes. Those hero's who are stationed overseas and continue to fight against evil people and protect people living in those countries. The everyday hero's who put on a uniform , whether it be a police, fire fighter, nurse, Dr, ambulance and are ready to risk their own lives to serve others. The volunteers who generously give of their time to coach kids, go to old age homes, hold a hand of someone in a hospital. The family and friends who help each other, their neighbours..

I am proud to be a Canadian and I am proud of the kind , and gentle hearts that are so willing to give of themselves to help this world.

Enjoy the spirit of this day...eh! xo