After being in a committed relationship for 25 years, there are many life lessons I have learned over such a broad time period. From then until now, a lot has changed with the idea of a dynamic "duo" except the importance of communication........ which remains a key element in any healthy relationship.

It seems silly now....... how lots of little things build up between us over time; barriers are created between you and the one(s) you love. All the hurts and heartaches are the walls constructed that keep communications contained as we begin the mission of protecting ourselves.

Before you know it, the ceiling is hung. The open heavens are closed tight. Nothing gets in or goes out. Life stops. Existence starts. And we do it all over again, every day, unless there is intention.......... and creative communication starts up. That means taking a risk..............

Being 3 years into this, I have not stopped. This process which was meant to close me up has only opened me more to possibilities, potential, and purposefulness. I eat, sleep, and breathe it. Being back in the Berks region and beyond, I feel the desperation all the more...........

At my age and older, it's so easy to stop caring, stop reaching, and stop believing. I think we see the effects of this mentality on the younger generations. That is not okay. They need to know they are better than what they seem to be now. Barriers have to be broken down first.

I have intentionally been open with my kids, past and present, in good times and tough ones. I cannot carry things alone and they have been far stronger than imagined. Each need breaks, but I do not take one. I am too busy busting through the ceiling built.............

This weekend will be the first big return to Grass Doubles back East, which we had such fond memories of while in L.A. The sand of Hermosa will have to wait for now:)
Logan will tackle the Open Division tomorrow with a partner, and Sunday, he and his "sissy" will play together:) I gotta get there to watch!

A long, working weekend is planned for me, as usual, but goes with building a business. I signed my first clients up as Buyer's Thursday so I am ready to celebrate:) Fingers crossed our rental app is accepted! I am mopping, cooking, and making calls out of my home office for now.

When it's easiest to close up, think about availing yourself to openness. It may get you farther than you ever imagined.......