As the year draws to a close, and as I grasp tightly (kicking and screaming) the vestiges of my forties for a few days longer, I reflect on that for which I’m grateful: Those friends who have come and gone from my life—the ones who bless me daily, and those who served the sole purpose of teaching me (sometimes painful) lessons; the second chances I’ve been gifted, a new path to traverse—a clean slate, if you will. I’m energized by the possibilities, my heart lighter than ever. And as I step into this new season, I can honestly say I’ve discovered what I’ve been searching for all this time. The funny thing is it’s been right under my nose all along. Because when I finally stopped focusing on me—my needs, my expectations, my self—I understood for the first time what it means to be happy. So happy rebirthday to me… a fresh beginning to sparkle where I’m planted.
Where could you use a rebirth?
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Dec 11, 2015 @ 16:09:47
I love this, Chrissy. I hope I can feel as light of heart and as energized as you’re feeling now, in less than two months when I turn 70. It’s a bit overwhelming to even think of, to say the least! I’m not so much searching for happiness, though…I’m searching for a close and intimate relationship with God. That’s where I struggle and where I need my rebirth. I guess that truly is searching for happiness, isn’t it? Happiness, joy, peace and contentment.
Happy *rebirthday* to you, my precious baby sister. Love, Diane xoxoxo