Sometimes things just change in life and it becomes time to move along. It’s never easy and it’s likely to hurt. A whole bunch. But moving on can also be healing; an exciting time of new beginnings, hopeful new starts heading in new directions, brave explorations of the soul and the world. The best part of considering a move is thinking about all the possibilities, but sometimes having so many options can be overwhelming. My advice is to give yourself time and space for quiet reflection, don’t let anything or anyone interfere with that time. Eventually you, and only you will know which path is the best one for you at this particular place in your life. You’ve made huge strides while taking baby steps through this process of change. Be proud of the distance you’ve come, and don’t be afraid of what still has to be done. You have the basis for building a pretty wonderful, fulfilling life again. Just give yourself time to accomplish all you wish for, and make sure you give yourself credit for all you’ve done along the way.
After all, if you think about it, we’re all moving on.
Photo: My sister and me making one of our first moves many years ago.

October 17, 2008 at 11:09 am
Hey sister, it looks like you’re pulling the wagon-load. Now, you’re pulling me through this. Thanks for all your help, advice, cards, inspiration, and answering the phone.
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October 17, 2008 at 11:26 am
Thanks for that thoughtful entry. You probably didn’t write it for me, but it is just what I need to hear right now.
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October 17, 2008 at 6:30 pm
My favorite Zen quote.
Do you have the patience to wait
till your mud settles and the water is clear?
Can you remain unmoving
till the right action arises by itself?
The Master doesn’t seek fulfillment,
but not seeking, not expecting,
is present, and can welcome all things.
Picture standing in a river. If you thrash around everything’s muddy. If you can be still awhile, you can see the beautiful stones at the bottom, the trout swimming by, the sparkles of sunlight on top…
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