Such is Life

Such is life, that it transitions constantly. Just when we start to settle in, we are gently nudged to grow and progress. Sometimes that is scary - and we try to dig in our heels and stay in our comfort zone, but it's always for the best and for our benefit.

I have been feeling for the last month, that life is changing again.... the time for growth and progression is here. At first, I dug in my heels. I was comfortable, I was happy and I didn't want anything to change. Slowly but surely, I let my guard down and realised any challenges were in fact just opportunities to develop.

I am in a stage of looking at myself and being aware and accepting areas that need to change. I'm not talking about physically, I'm talking about my character, how I deal with things, who I really am. This kind of change is always hard as often we don't like to look at the negative aspects of our character.. but alas, it is necessary.  So instead of hiding from those "sometimes difficult to accept negative parts of my personality", I've been looking at them head on. Allowing myself to delve into where those negative traits might be stemming from and praying for growth and change in those areas.

Lewy and I have also been making some changes in our future plans. We are focussing on what really matters.. family.. and that has bought a peace about where we are headed in the near future. This feels good.

And in the midst of all this, we have been reminded that all that matters in life is the health and happiness of those you love. We received some news that bought us to a stand still. My hero, my mentor.. my Dad. No matter what life throws at him, he thrives and lives life to the fullest. I have learnt from my Dad, more than I have learnt from anyone else in this life. He is strong, our family is strong. I love my Dad and we have many more memories to make yet :)

So .. yes. It has been a busy time. I have withdrawn a lot .. I know that. But not for any other reason, but for the simple fact that there has been a lot to process. I have needed the space to think, focus on my boys and our little family.

My America trip is getting closer. 7 weeks! I'm so beside myself with excitement I can barely stand it! What a gift this is to have the opportunity to see dear friends again and to spend 2 weeks with Izzie. We are in for a heck of a ride Iz!

Right.. you guys know it's Tuesday night and that means it's time to watch my taped Revenge!

Sweet dreams my friends,