I went home for the holidays and stayed an extended visit so I could be present for my father's retirement celebration. I was very anxoius about my visit. How would I get anything done while I was away? Would I pack enough without over-packing? Would my home be safe? All in all everything worked out well & I have learned some things fix themselves when you stop worrying. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Coffee time with my mom, watching daytime television together, her random & witty advice, making her laugh at my ridiculous catch phrases never gets old. The same with my father, him telling me old jokes & schooling me on how things used to be makes me remember how far I have come. My sisters are my anchors. One on either side to help keep me grounded. Very different spirits, but each one just as important. Everyone in their own way is responsible for who I am today. (Thanks family!)
What was even more interesting is that I thought I would be tired, fatigued & tapped out when I returned. This was alarming as the new semester starts tomorrow for school. But what actually happened is to my complete surprise. The extended time with my family served as a fuel for me. They poured into me in ways they didn't realize. Encouraging ideas I had, asking about details of my new venture which made me talk about it & therefore speak it into existence. Sometimes all you need to move forward is to share. Sharing my dream for Tina Brown Inc., my vision and long term goals made it more real than jotting down thoughts in my handy notebook. And when you least expect it, encouragement from dear loved ones, the ones who know you best can go a long way. So instead of being tired, fatigued & disoriented, I am restored, excited & renewed for the new year. I am ready to take on 2012.
My thought for you this evening is to share your dream with someone close to you. Don't assume they won't listen or have good feedback. When you share your vision or passion it's like leaving a little piece of yourself with them. Don't have any expectations & you may learn something new. I learned home is where the heart is.
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Amen to that. I always find it refreshing to go home and especially sitting with my Mom just talking. That's were the wisdom is!!!!
ReplyDeleteThis was beautiful and very refreshing to read. We love having you home and your presence and conversation are motivational to me. Sorry it took me so long to comment, but as you know I've had a lot going on recently.
ReplyDeleteLove you,
Coscelia England