Breathe in…
Breathe out…
Just be.

For a moment, allow nothing but the salty air to surround your soul.

For a moment, feel the warmth of the humid air filling up your lungs with nothing but fond memories and dreams of the future.

Breathe in…
Breathe out…
Just be.

For a moment, push aside the thoughts of daily responsibilities: laundry piling up, wiping up the kitchen with never ending crumbs, work calls and meetings, and the looming question of what to make for dinner.

For a moment, let go of the sleepless nights, the sound of a baby crying or toddlers over and over calling out your name.

For a moment, let go of your big kids leaving behind the yesterdays. Let go of the new fears of their growing independence, momentous decisions and substantial responsibilities. You have taught them well and it’s now their turn to emit their light.

Breathe in…
Breathe out…
Just be.

For a moment remember who you are. A woman who loves with all of her heart. A mom who gets weepy simply looking at her child, young or old, playing in the sunshine. A woman who fills up with pride as she loves her family more and more each day. Remember who you are.

For a moment do cartwheels in the sand, wear the bikini in your beautiful mom bod and cherish yourself, for being you and only you.

Breathe in…
Breathe out…
Just be.

For a moment, fly away to another world and see yourself dancing in the sky while returning to a world filled with tranquility, salty air and love.

For a moment, relish in hearing your laughter mingle with the songs of the seagulls.

Breathe in…
Breathe out…
Just be…

and always remember to carry some of the salty air home.