A little lost but found.

Wow you wouldn't necessarily think it, but not keeping up with a blog this past year has really made me lose a sense of time, organization, and, even, self, without the constant reminder of looking toward my aspirations and the readily availability of emotional outpouring. I think the main reason for my absence was probably contributed by a survival mode to not dwell and a personal initiative to take on each day without hurt, pain, sorrow.

Today is not necessarily less challenging than yesterday, but it is an improved way of being. I can smile. I can accomplish the day-to-day. I can make plans for the future. And, I can dream.

I feel fortunate for my upbringing in equipping me with values and experiences to prepare for these decisions in life, however big or small or plain difficult. I am lucky to have the support of those near me to encourage, advise, or just listen. I believe myself when I say, I can do this, because I know the choices I make are right for me.

Life is an ongoing process, endless opportunities for happiness, though unpredictable possibilities for dark turns. When life stops, the truth is, life still goes on. Everything dims and you are forced to face the truth. We hold hands and make the best of life together. Keep memories close and enjoy moments until the next stop.