GRATITUDE 07.02.10

GRATITUDE 07.02.10

With the ending of this week comes yet another opportunity for reflection, introspection and, most certainly, gratitude. As I’ve gone through the last week, I’ve caught some glimpses of wonderful things in my life. I have been blessed with a wonderful temporary work assignment which has opened my eyes so many times. I don’t believe that things just happen. I think that things happen for a reason. There has to be a reason I’ve been assigned to this place, at this time. There’s a lesson (or more) that I am to learn.

The last six months of my life have been an adventure in self-discovery, de-cluttering, renewing, learning, growing and finding peace. I’m going to be honest—at times it has been very painful and emotionally draining. I’ve lost some things along the way, but I think I’ve gained much more than I’ve ever lost.

If I were to pinpoint the thing for which I am most grateful over the last few weeks, it would be that I am finally catching a glimpse of peace in my life. I’m living by my rules. I’m calling my own shots. That’s not to say that I don’t ask for advice when I feel like I need it, but I’m grateful that everything in my life has just fallen (or is falling) into place. I firmly believe that one day I’m going to arrive at that “ah-ha” moment where I discover my purpose and find a way to do it. I believe that I will find a career that makes me happy, I believe I will find a love that is strong and true—maybe I’ll even find my soul mate.

Here’s my confession: In the last few months, I’ve gone very deeply within myself. I’ve literally spent hours and days just THINKING. Sounds insane, but I truly believe that I am doing exactly what I am supposed to do at the moment. I feel that I’m on the right path. I’m grateful for companions on the journey. I’m grateful for clarity, peace, wisdom and courage. I’m grateful for reaching a point where I’m ready to LIVE and not be so caught up in the details, or whether my actions are going to being about someone else’s judgment. It’s my life, and I am blessed beyond measure. Stay turned…the journey is just starting to get exciting!.