Written by Karen D. Swim
As I write this, the Labor Day Holiday is coming to a close. I took advantage of the long holiday weekend to do some planning, thinking and a fair amount of relaxing. I sit here now watching the sunlight reflect off the water as summer sings its serenade song. Tomorrow the children return to school and you can sense the quiet anticipation in the air, or maybe it’s just me.
You see, I happen to love September. No other month thrills me in quite the same way. I am not sure if it the connection to the start of a new school year (which I always loved) or the anticipation of the changing of the seasons, but I really love this month. My mind seems to expand as the fires of purpose are reignited. Playfulness is replaced with a focused intent to learn and grow.
As you savor the last days of summer, allow me to share a few of the people and places that have brought me joy this holiday weekend.
Melissa Donovan is celebrating her one year blog anniversary! Melissa is an extraordinary writer whose passion for the arts is evident in every post. Please join me in wishing her Happy Anniversary!
Steph Vandermeulen has a new look and new attitude over at In Other Words. Keep your eyes on this brilliant writer. Although she is launching a new Editing business, she has the talent to be a bestselling novelist.
Last but not least, Kelly Erickson is smart, funny and has the award to prove it! You will love Kelly’s bright, funny posts. Most importantly, she opens her toolbox and shows you how to deliver world class customer service. She knows business and she also knows footwear. What’s not to love?
I look forward to sharing this month, this journey of discovery with all of you. Let us learn, grow and laugh together.
How about you? What does the new month hold in store for you? Feel free to share whatever is on your mind.