Gentle Reminders.

You know sometimes, the very thing I need to say are the words that I find so difficult to speak; the actions I need to take are the toughest to embrace. There are always reasons to stay, but then there comes a time… when I have to rise to new heights… I sat through a 4 hour long class today with the Greater Lehigh Valley Realtor Association, and received my official Certification and Realtor Pin.

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Unveiling and Unified.

Upon setting my heart to hear the multiples of reasons I have returned to the East Coast, answers are being unveiled...... these first two weeks in this new year will bring about purpose and prosperity. It is a process........

I imagine the chosen people of Israel, upon the revelation they would find freedom, ventured into their "desert" with a bit of fatigue. They had spent 400 years, working and doing the same thing day after day, only to see life getting more difficult, more complicated. They needed empowerment, to realize daily who they were called to be..... meant to be.

The daily cares in life keep us weighed down and enslaved to systems that have become familiar to us. We become afraid to make changes, particularly in this economy. I remember a time when our family began scraping the bottom of the barrel and changes had to be made. After many prayers, our answers came.

The answer however, required we take a big risk.......and so it is today.
We were living with less than we were meant to live, and be. A lot had to be readjusted, particularly in our thinking. Thoughts have roots.

In returning to the east, I am reminded that Pennsylvania seems to have a poverty mentality, as opposed to California, where excess has been established. Both are extremes. I see the needs, I hear the hurts, and I am preparing to help....... please pray.

I know the plans for the next 2 months and beyond that, we will see. We have loose based plans laid out for the kids as well, and beyond that, we will trust. Shaking off those bonds of slavery, everything that has kept me tied up, and finding my freedom in 2015.

"I know the plans I have for you... to prosper you and give you a future," says the Lord in heaven.

"Not a word fell to the ground...."

After using earbuds for my iPhone that had wires fraying and padded ends that had fallen off on my last flight home, I decided it was time for a new pair. I had an iPhone upgrade in November which still hasn't happened, so I wait. Some silly things delayed are so small and simple.....

We often think of the many changes we want or need to make in life and become overwhelmed as to where to start. I have finally come to realize that taking a small step towards where I want to be is okay...... It is, after all, the many steps in the right direction that take me where I want to go....

Being on the west coast, in the midst of the "sunny California lifestyle" and all that it encompasses, has made many things much clearer to each of us. This was a journey of countless small steps that have led to life changing experiences we would not trade, in spite of the hardship and hurdles.

Prior to my recent flight back to LA, I had purchased the same style earbuds I had before. The sound quality was much better than my old pair and I realized what I was missing for so long..... I had learned to deal with it. I allowed myself to make adjustments to live with less than the best........

They worked fine for the last few days until I found myself frustrated with the same situation where the earbuds fell out. The sound was not clear in my ears; they did not fit me. Again, I struggled to "hear" like I wanted to. I wondered why I was dealing with this same issue again.

While out gift shopping today I found the pair I wanted; the kind that I could receive from without struggling to hear and not lose the "sound." The price was right and more importantly, they fit ME. I didn't have to feel bad for needing or wanting to what works for me.........

On another 4th of the month, I am finding myself even more..... through loss. As I find more of myself, more of my God, I have more to give to others. I needed to hear for myself, to understand why things happened the way they did. I have to come to grips in my understanding to guide my kids through........ and I am here to help you.......

While I certainly don't have all the answers, I continue to listen intently....

Darkness. Light. Decisions.

Since the beginning of November and the time change, it seems the "darkness" has come so much earlier than I'm ready for. It is dark in California by 4:44 PST and the effects on the body, mind, and spirit are similar to elsewhere in the country, where the weather is colder.

I naively thought there was sun, and "light", and good will that was lasting and year round. Probably a silly thought I know:) But that's kind of been my approach throughout life............. looking for the best in the worst of situations, and believing it will prevail.

When I first met John Hayes it was through texting, lol and an online professional connection. That was 18 months ago, and within a few weeks of meeting, I told him "my kids want to move to California." Without hesitancy, he was supportive. I knew he would help me get where I needed to go....... for this time.

In this process of repurposing my life, I have found very few that would stick as close to me as he has. He is a bright spot in the darkness that often surrounds; he always helps me find a way of escape when needed. Many more plans will be put into place in the coming months......... to move us where we want to be.

Our hot water heater was replaced today, and it's quite different being on the opposite side of a rental property. I can't say I like it......... but it does continue to affirm the quality, care, and importance we have placed on the property we own and personal interaction I provide to tenants.

As I fill the few places that have been empty, I am learning a lot about the business world. Doug and I agreed on many things, and disagreed as well. I realize the time change that has taken place and how very thankful I am for the quality work he has done, and how he prepared for our future.

Decisions are often difficult ones to make, no matter the scale or scope. Practically speaking, it's taken time for some fears to subside, allowing John in closer. Getting close to someone again is a risk I am willing to take, but that's taken time.........

The precious will not be found in the profane...... but in the peace you find.

Goodnight and Love.

All my love.

There are seasons where fulfillment seems to be found so freely; life flows from places you've invested in and all is well. When these seasons change, as is coming in the changing of time very soon, a shift is felt in the soul......

The resources that once fed and supplied "life" seem to dry up, and disappear, much like I and so many others have experienced. Is there any good news to share....... the answer is yes, unless you're looking to the wrong resources........ there are new voices to hear on the horizon.

Even in times of despair, the prophets of the Bible and those who spoke of better days ahead, believed in it. It seems that when women specifically felt desperate and practically destitute, a word of hope would come, even if in an unconventional way......

One widow was told after feeding the "future", her food supply would not run out. Another woman took the advice to gather jars and pour her last oil out, only to find her supply would not run dry. I am counting on these types of testimonies being replicated today....... and I am walking it out....

I still feel as if I can be taken advantage of as a female business owner at times; however, my strong support system helps to lessen the impact. I do know that in coming to California, I have learned to take my place and position, and push things I need to push for.

We do find we miss the change in seasons, and only in stepping away from the east, would we find that out:) Logan and I in particular, can't imagine another season away from home for the holidays......... and the snow LOL:)

My time with Prudential CA HB is coming to an end, as I began to train my replacement today. Another step forward.

Keep moving on with me:) All my love.

Shaken to the core.

Everyday I'm met with cultural diversity and societal stereotypes in SoCal. It's almost like I'm living in a parallel universe or something right off the pages of a history book. There is some kind of acceptance regarding roles people play in society and is quite fascinating, for lack of a better word.

When I raise a question in this regard, it is usually met with surprise...... surprise that anyone would care to notice such a thing. Me being the curious type, I can't help but ask how some things can continue........ unless all sides are in agreement and have an "understanding."

So, now it's our turn; it would seem that one of my sons has recently felt the sting of "reverse discrimination" in the workplace. Never thought that would be an issue we would face............. until coming to SoCal. You would hardly believe it. More accelerated learning on our part.......... getting us ready for something new.

In a location where the land is literally shaken, I think our beliefs have been shaken and taken down to the core. When I want to come to the end of the epiphanies, they just keep coming. Mysteries and secrets are being revealed..........

When I met John over 18 months ago, after a few dates I told him two things: 1. My kids want to move to California and 2. He will never be bored with me. Turns out, he didn't run for the hills but hung in and is my biggest supporter:) We have determined however, that we never need to go back to HI....... ever again. More details coming.

New business ventures are awaiting me and other adventures are out there for us. I can feel it and see it. Perhaps Fall will bring about a change in the seasons in SoCal, when most are least expecting it............ breaking this stagnancy.

Gotta keep moving. Goodnight and Love.

Shipwrecks Found in "Graveyard" off Golden Gate Bridge

"A pair of maritime detectives has embarked on an unprecedented two-year mission to uncover possibly hundreds of shipwrecks at the bottom of the sea near the Golden Gate Bridge and the Gulf of the Farallones. The sleuths are looking for shipwrecks buried in the dark waters of the Pacific Ocean so that they can learn about the past, teach scientists about what can be preserved in marine conditions and infuse a sense of wonder when unearthing stories about people who lived and worked on the sea, and who sometimes lost their lives."

Check it out on NBC Bay Area News >