☕ Coffee by the water has a way of slowing life down just enough to ask the questions we often avoid... What if helping other people achieve their dreams could bring you closer to living your own designed life? It's an interesting thought, isn't it? For years, I poured my time and energy into caring for others. As a nurse, a foster mum, and a carer, helping people wasn't just something I did—it was who I was. What I didn't realise was that there was a way to continue making a difference while also creating more freedom for my own family. That's what this journey has taught me. When we help someone gain confidence, learn a new skill, start a business, or believe in themselves again, something unexpected happens... We grow too. Our confidence grows. Our purpose grows. Our friendships grow. Sometimes, so do the opportunities that allow us to design a life with more choice, flexibility, and time for what matters most. Maybe living a life by design isn't about choosing between serving others and following your own dreams. Maybe it's about discovering that the two can beautifully work together.

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about how many people are living a life they didn’t consciously choose. Have you actually designed your life — or did you just end up in it? Be honest… which one feels closest? I’d love to hear your story… what would you change if you could?

As long as I can remember, I have always loved doing little arts and craft projects. As time went on, the more practical they were the more I enjoyed them. Do you enjoy arts and crafts - if so share your latest project below https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AqM3Fo2pq/

I will start... lets get to know each other... Scott (recovering from night duty) will love me for this one. The dogs: Archie the brown King Charles Cav and Jazzy, The ball crazy border collie. Your turn.

I just saw a beautiful reference for @Sharon Prahl on her own community here on Skool, and I actually asked Mark to share it here with you all. Why? Simply because : 1. I enjoy sharing and connecting amazing people with other amazing people 2. It is far greater to have someone step up to share your brilliance with others - It allows you to shine brighter without the "Look at me's". giving you a platform to simply "be" and not to fight for your moment in time. 3. I believe there is enough love to go around and my role here is to support people to discover this beautiful experience of "Being" the person we are called to be. So if you feel that you would like to lift someone up in our community, to bring encouragement and also to acknowledge the person's greatness, please take the moment to do that. How: Select the category: Tell your story Remember: please tag the person as we would love them to know and be encouraged.