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“The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance.”
- Alan Watts
Meet the Creator
Meet the creator: Heidi Van Kirk is a passionate development professional and community advocate who embraces the beautiful chaos of life as a devoted mother, grandmother, and caretaker to her aging parents. She understands the unique challenges and joys that come with balancing these roles and shares her heartfelt stories and advice through her blog. Heidi aims to inspire those navigating similar journeys; believing that by sharing our experiences, we can support one another and find strength in connection. Join her as she openly discusses joy, grief, stress, and celebrations, offering compassion and encouragement along the way.
Moments of Inspiration
Someone Is Learning
After a rough morning working to bring up Dad's oxygen and get him alert enough to swallow his medications, my sweet grandbaby and grandpup snuggled together for naptime. The gentleness and softness in her little "good boy" inspired me and reminded me that everything we do is for a reason...and even the littlest eyes see it. Some days I worry that being around the hard parts so often might not be the ideal scenario. But then I see her sharing the same gentle compassion with her favorite puppy. All moments have the possibility of becoming teaching moments, even if leading by example, even if the lesson isn't obvious, and even when you aren't even trying. Someone might be learning from you.
Today I got to be me!
Today a group of industry leaders and I worked with others at our State Capitol to help educate policymakers on issues that impact our home building industry. The inspiration of others really does have significant healing quality. Being able to focus on topics that I am passionate about, and share it with others was the lift I needed this week to remind me that I am still a person, as well as a caregiver. I am still a professional, and I am pretty damn good at what I do. This makes the rest of what I do feel even more rewarding. Because today I inspired myself, while being inspired by others. Today was a good day.
