2009 has been an interesting chaotic year. As 2010 approaches, I look back at all the challenges of this year and observe that in the midst of them, many opportunities came my way. I had set an intention two years ago to follow my dreams. While I am not exactly where I really want to be, I have made great strides in getting closer to them.
I am grateful for the many new connections I have made through Social Media all over the world and the abundance of new found friends I have made through local tweetups. I can honestly say that it has been an experience of expanding my universe in a way that I never expected. By sharing, listening to others stories and making humor of life, going through the process of change has made it easier.
A big milestone was my son spreading his wings and driving on his own. I am a proud mom because I see a wonderful young man emerging. He has been my greatest inspiration. He has listened to me and given me a great many hugs when I needed it badly. His jokes and good nature has given me many smiles. I fell in love with my new chihuahua, Maya, while letting go of my beloved Labrador, Sparky, who died in May. I enjoyed my butterfly garden and saw how life is mirrored through these amazing creatures. They crawl, go into a cocoon and emerge as beautiful creatures of nature flying free.
On December 15th, I celebrated the 7th year anniversary of my “accident” that turned my life upside down. I feel I have been tumbling up and around in so many odd situations these past years, trying to set foot in my “new life”. My focus was to open my heart to my dreams and to maintain peace amidst any challenge. I have not swayed from that. I am grateful for my brother offering me a job to help me with my footing during one of the most stressful times in my life.
There have been many times this year where I wanted to scrap all my dreams and just stop. But then I see an inspiring tweet or a funny face from my son and I keep on pressing forward. Even though I work out of my house alone, I feel connected every day with hundreds of people. I see what many are doing and aspiring to. I read about the changes in the world through all the links online. It is exciting to see what is happening out there. Sure, there is a lot of crap, but I have learned to somewhat filter out the garbage. I’m still learning.
I wish for everyone that they continue to follow their dreams and see the lessons from the challenges and you know, MOVE ON! There are still some thorns in my life, mostly the loss of a shared dream with my sister. I had to let that go so I can move forward. I hope that one day we can laugh again together. I am sure there is a big lesson in this experience. But when life gives you thorns, you must remember that there is a beautiful rose attached to it. So, Happy Holidays, may peace prevail in your hearts and remember to smell the rose and see through the rose colored glasses. Why not? Life is too short.
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