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Abruzzo, Italy

I’m reminded of where my focus ought to be when I see a sunflower. In their perfect condition, when they bloom and flourish, sunflowers turn their bright petals towards the sun, towards the light. They stand tall almost with a strong posture and gaze. No, they don’t gaze, they focus. They focus in the direction of the sun, gaining their strength from its energy.

Just like a sunflower, I am reminded of my own stance. My stance I take upon waking in the morning, on facing my day and how I will focus the energy I receive. What will I do with it? Will I curl up and wither away? Or will I stand tall, strong in my purpose and provide whatever light I have within me to shine out?

Lisa Palumbi
Lisa Palumbihttps://qualcosadibello.wordpress.com/
LISA graduated from the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelors in Psychology and worked in various non-profits in Fund Development and Event Planning for 10 years. Now a stay-at-home mom of 3 and a budding Family and Lifestyles Photographer. She is embracing her multitude of passions ranging from yoga and reading to crafting, baking and travel photography, while making strides to enjoy the now with her children.

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