New beginnings

Last Friday evening I had the priveledge of joining my client Julie at her new home in South Austin for a traditional Native American smudging.

While I had never participated in one before, I had an idea what it was about. Little did I know how special, even powerful, such an event was.

Julie was surrounded by friends and loved ones as she opened the door to this new life endeavor. The smudging involved incense and positive energy - shared by all on Julie's behalf. We "opened" the house for Julie's new beginning there.... Toward the end, Julie recited this affirmation:

I have set into motion a creative process
I called to me a building, a house
I found it easily
I found it at a fair price
My ideal house is made ready for me
This creative process now is up to me
To turn this house into a sacred space
The home of my dreams
I am prepared to make many happy memories in this space
I am ready to enjoy many good times in this home
I make this home a haven of comfort, serenity,
security and joy for many years to come
As I will it, so it is, and so shall be!

When I departed, Julie had the biggest smile on her face...surrounded by people who only wish her all the best and will do anything to help her achieve her dreams....

What a beautiful moment!