Relationships are often tested..... to see what they're made of and built upon. In the early days, there can be infatuation. Latter times bring real love.... if meant to be. Strength, purpose and endurance need to be tested to find out if it will survive. If it does, you're blessed:)
This often happens when making a move, changing a lifestyle, or improving oneself. If you find you've progressed beyond your past in pursuit of your purpose, it can be tricky to maneuver. No easy answers.... I simply have to know where I want my future to lie.....
I continue to discipline my mental game as mind games are played in several ways here. I remind myself I have to be above it and can't get pulled down into it all. If I go there, it's tough to get out. That, in itself, requires great discipline. Training the mind may be the toughest part.
It's looking like local beach papers are contacting us for interviews, similar to the article the Patriot ran a few months ago:) More details to follow. Learning all the time how to maneuver and navigate these waters...... and go with the flow.
And perhaps I'm going to be an Aunt again soon??!!!??? More news to come on that one too, lol:)
Logan spent time training with our HS beach coach and I rearranged my closet:D I baked a shoofly cake, one of our favorite reminders of PA and one I can actually replicate pretty well:)
Jordan continues to inspire me with his ambition, focus, and intelligence. He teaches me so much, from afar, and in many ways, is ahead of most. Looking forward to his visit the end of May!
My kids and I, my family and I, have had our relationship tested by fire, and that fire has tested the quality inside each of us. With absolute honesty and genuine hearts, we have loved each other through some of the worst things in life. We have fought for each other, and continue to.
I am so very grateful to hear the kids talk of the love of their childhood, the area and community we were part of, and the many relationships we've built over the years. My late husband and I gutted out some hardships and heartfelt moments. In the end..... it's all been worth it.....
"I Can't Stay"..... The Killers