jumping spider

Creative Support from Spider

Posted by Barbara Techel

I feel like I got a high five from Spider today — or would that be a high eight since they have eight legs?  🙂

I’ve been working on a new creative endeavor of late. Well, I’ve actually been working on it for quite some time now, but getting closer to sharing it with you. This means that of late, I’ve been preparing a website page, writing text, etc. I’m not yet quite sure when I’ll share the announcement of what my new offering is. But Spider dancing across my computer today was a most welcome sign of support being that they are often symbolic with creativity.

The photo isn’t that great. But it is one of those jumping spiders and he just couldn’t seem to sit still too long. Perhaps Spider is jumping for joy regarding my new endeavor. Thank you, dear Spider!

XO

Barb

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My Pondering Question Answered by a Tiny Creature

Posted by Barbara Techel

At the beginning of the year, I invested in an Aeropilates workout machine. Years ago I did pilates with a different piece of equipment I had until the springs gave out.

This particular machine is an improved step-up from what I had, plus it comes with a rebounder that can be changed out with the foot bar to incorporate cardio.

I had four days in on my new machine when I sprained my foot. This meant no rebounding until my foot healed. I was so bummed! But I could still do the toning and stretching exercises, which I’ve been doing and really enjoying.

My foot is healing nicely and well enough that I decided I could slowly start incorporating some rebounding. I did a few sessions of five minutes each and they went well. Then yesterday I was pondering whether or not I should increase the time. I didn’t want to overdo it and reinjure my foot, but yet, I felt ready to increase my time.

As I was pondering this I removed the foot bar. When I picked the rebounder up off the floor from underneath it a teeny-tiny jumping spider jumped. There was my answer. Yes, indeed, I felt confident it was okay to increase my time rebounding.

But before I did, I sat for a moment watching and smiling as the tiny spider jumped along the floor toward the window and then I thanked her for bringing me this message.

Years ago I would have screamed and squished the spider, but this time I just sat in awe once again at how the universe supports us and this time it came in the form of a tiny spider.

xo,

Barbara