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The Magic of "Oh, Goodie!"

Writer: Donna BollingerDonna Bollinger
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To Infinity and Beyond!

Oh, Goodie! Embracing Life's Surprises

Have you ever had a day when things didn't go exactly as you planned? Maybe you wanted to go to the park, but it started raining. Or you were excited about a school trip, but it got canceled. Sometimes, life has a funny way of surprising us. But guess what? These surprises can lead to something even better!


Dream Big and Go for It!

It's super important to dream big! Whether you want to be an astronaut, a scientist, an artist, or anything else, go for it with all your heart. Put your energy and passion into your dreams. Imagine all the wonderful things you can achieve!


Letting Go and Allowing

Now, here’s a little secret: while you’re chasing your dreams, it’s also important to let go of exactly how things should happen. Sometimes, we think we know the best way for things to turn out, but the universe might have an even better plan for us!


The Magic of "Oh Goodie!"

When things don’t go as planned, instead of feeling sad, try saying, "Oh, Goodie!" This means getting excited because something unexpected and amazing might be coming your way. Maybe your trip to the park got canceled, but you had a fantastic time baking cookies with your family instead. Or your school trip was rescheduled, but you got to see a fantastic movie with your friends.


Stories We Tell Ourselves

We all have stories we tell ourselves. Sometimes, these stories are about things not working out, but what if we changed the story? What if instead of “Oh no, it didn’t work out,” we said, “Oh, Goodie, I’ve got an opportunity to find something else I enjoy doing!” This way, we stay positive and open to new and exciting possibilities.


Freedom from Worry

It's like being set free when you stop worrying about things not going as planned and start embracing whatever comes your way. You feel lighter, happier, and more excited about life. You’re ready for any adventure that comes your way, and that’s an amazing feeling!


Adventure Awaits!

For example, if you had plans to go on a big trip but it didn’t happen, don’t worry! Maybe you’ll get to do something even more remarkable, like exploring nature or finding hidden treasures in your own home or backyard. And who knows, you might even see or feel something super special and decide to write a poem or a song. 


Sending Love and Excitement

So, next time things don’t go as planned, remember to say, "Oh Goodie!" Know that something extraordinary is on its way. Embrace every surprise, and get excited about all the new adventures ahead.


I’m sending you all my love and excitement for your journey. Remember, you’ve got this, no matter what!


Love,

Donna


 
 
 

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