A Year in Review
What?? Isn't it the middle of the year, you might ask? Well, yes. Still, as good a time as any to let you know what's happening.
It has been quite a year. Many of us are immersed in change, perhaps not the preferred kind, trying to find our way. For me, life has recently presented a great many challenges, and I would like to share some of my personal story with you.
I have experienced displacement from my home, as part of the break-up of my family, as well as the passing of loved ones, and the critical illness of close family members. My closest circle was confronted with frightening diagnoses, miscarriages, marital breakups and financial collapse. In this shower of events from the Universe, I found myself unable to do much more than take care of those who needed me the most. Each event and situation further sealed me into this out-of-control place, without perspective or light.
This recent change of seasons did not bring resolution, but the light has started to trickle in again. Slowly, but insistently, the world made itself available to me, as I opened myself up completely to what is. With the insecurity of a child learning how to walk, I find my 'legs', once again able to offer what I know I was meant to. I feel blessed to be offered a chance to re-commit to my intentions. I realize during this period that many people were neglected, as I failed to provide for the community I had so longed to create and nourish. I don't believe in regret - I believe we all do the best we can in any given situation - but I do wish that I could erase the disappointment, from others and in myself.
I want to express to you all the deepest, heartfelt thanks for playing your very important parts in my journey. Many offered compassion and support, many expressed frustration and discontent, many walked away. You were all important in guidng me in the journey I had to travel, and I continue to need your help. I realize I can't just do it all on my own (surprise!!). It's the weaving of many threads that creates fabric, as it is the coming together of so many beautiful spirits that creates a community - one where respect and compassion rule our actions. You may think we're all just here to do yoga, but I believe the Universe brought us all here for a much greater purpose, which we may discover on the mat, but whose fruits will extend limitlessly.
It has been quite a year. Many of us are immersed in change, perhaps not the preferred kind, trying to find our way. For me, life has recently presented a great many challenges, and I would like to share some of my personal story with you.
I have experienced displacement from my home, as part of the break-up of my family, as well as the passing of loved ones, and the critical illness of close family members. My closest circle was confronted with frightening diagnoses, miscarriages, marital breakups and financial collapse. In this shower of events from the Universe, I found myself unable to do much more than take care of those who needed me the most. Each event and situation further sealed me into this out-of-control place, without perspective or light.
This recent change of seasons did not bring resolution, but the light has started to trickle in again. Slowly, but insistently, the world made itself available to me, as I opened myself up completely to what is. With the insecurity of a child learning how to walk, I find my 'legs', once again able to offer what I know I was meant to. I feel blessed to be offered a chance to re-commit to my intentions. I realize during this period that many people were neglected, as I failed to provide for the community I had so longed to create and nourish. I don't believe in regret - I believe we all do the best we can in any given situation - but I do wish that I could erase the disappointment, from others and in myself.
I want to express to you all the deepest, heartfelt thanks for playing your very important parts in my journey. Many offered compassion and support, many expressed frustration and discontent, many walked away. You were all important in guidng me in the journey I had to travel, and I continue to need your help. I realize I can't just do it all on my own (surprise!!). It's the weaving of many threads that creates fabric, as it is the coming together of so many beautiful spirits that creates a community - one where respect and compassion rule our actions. You may think we're all just here to do yoga, but I believe the Universe brought us all here for a much greater purpose, which we may discover on the mat, but whose fruits will extend limitlessly.
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