During our time on the west coast, I knew things were changing; I had evolved a bit more. The kids have grown up quick and matured in ways unexpected. Choices are theirs to make in many ways. Life would never, ever be the same again and we knew this upon our return........
I liken the transformation to something such as dramatic weight loss, a look or lifestyle change. Often others do not know how to handle the differences, even if/when it is a good thing. I realize afresh that I can only be responsible for me.....
My kids and Evan tried to talk me into hiking with them, telling me they would take the short trail and it would be easy. I declined, having heard it all before, from their dad. I am still scarred from the hours he, the avid backpacker, tried to convince me it would be quick and painless. LOL
I was a domestic diva today which is something I haven't said in a long time. I spent time baking with zucchini given by friends and family, along with other household chores. I do enjoy my home a lot, especially when I have uninterrupted time:)
I planted a few more perennials in a small garden bed in his honor today, and mixed in a bit of real estate. I submitted two apps for a rental home for a client, after looking at many with her. And I believe we have found a tenant for my own rental home open for rent, and also listed for sale:)
What a week it has been for Logan in Iowa! We were hoping our return to PA at the proper time would give him the opportunity to play with KRVA and thankfully, it did. After being picked from 50 kids throughout the state, he and the team of 12 made it to place 3rd in the nation overall, competing at the highest level of competition he's been fortunate to play with USA VB. He will finally get a medal smile emoticon i am so happy for him.........
it may not be all about winning, but it is about everything coming together at the proper time in life. From the coaching staff, to financing, to talented teammates, with a strong will to win..... you have to have it all. Fortunately, he found it with this team. And so it is with life...........
When you have someone supporting, ensuring, encouraging, and has a winning will, you've got a lot of what is needed to succeed. I have seen too many be tore down by a lack of leadership or lying in fact. However, it needs to be found within first.
As I look forward to my future, my hope is being renewed. Nite.