HAPPY NEW YEAR!
It takes a certain amount of courage to be vulnerable. First, you have to feel really comfortable within yourself. Second, you must enjoy being yourself most of the time. Third, don't care what others think. If you can master these, you can open yourself to a whole new way of being.
Given that it is our 'thoughts' about what has happened' once we release the thought, we can grow. The past couple of weeks have provided time to explore some thoughts. Like using my home, my ever so beloved home as a base. Going to Florida, to New Hampshire following the seasons there. Travel to visit other friends, creating more - sewing, watercolors, enjoying my own good company.
A year of transitions. My beloved dogs passed. One expected, one not. I still find myself looking for them. It has gotten easier. I actually listened to Over the Rainbow the other day without crying. Not sure if I can do that in yoga. I will let you know.
The other day, one of my children asked what I wanted in a euology.
Child: I figured out what I will say when you pass.
Me: Oh, really. Is that anytime soon?
Child: (laughing) I hope not but I want to know where you want this, where you want your ashes spread and if there is anything you want your friends to know.
Me: Just make it joyous. I never want anyone to feel bad about not having done something. Regrets are a waste of time. Just know you were loved by me. Deeply.
Child: Well, I will say you were a woman of structured whimsy. Dearly loved your friends, the community met the world to you, about your positive spirit and good wishes toward everyone.
Me: Ok. I am going to drive along the ocean. Just in case it is my last time. You never know. (laughing)
Yes, there is much to reflect on. There is also much let do do. And I can't wait to get started. Again.
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