Let the world slow down

Last weekend Simon and I had planned to go to Jasper to snowboard. At the last minute I had to cancel the trip due to a work meeting. Blah! Instead however... we got up early, while it was still dark, drove to Canmore..... parked and watched the sunrise. Watching the clouds float across the sky changing into every shape under the sun; while the sky turned cotton candy pink.... was in the very least amazing. It was such a reinforcement of the feeling I have had lately, that the world just needs to slow down sometimes. It is amazing what you will see when you are not focussed on work, a computer screen, a t.v. screen or driving from destination to destination. Take a break.... and live life. Honestly....... it is beautiful.

Bumpy Roads

Bumpy roads. That comes to mind at the moment..... it seems like life is full of country roads, scattered with big rocks and potholes. And sometimes a fallen tree decides to lay right on your path, separating you from the other side. Life can be frustrating.... and make you question what you think is right. But I guess that is what this winding path is all about.

I smell change (it smells like strawberries)

Change is in the air. I smell it's sweetly seductive scent everywhere I go.... and I am drawn to it. Simply put: my life needs an overhaul in almost every aspect possible. It has needed it for a while, but I was not ready. But I am finally at that point in my life where this overhaul can be carried out; and my determination is the key. My toes are tingling to test the water.... all I have to do is take that first step. But that first step is what troubles me. FEAR. FEAR of something new. FEAR of something unfamiliar. FEAR of stepping out of my comfort zone and into the unknown. FEAR is what has controlled me for the last 23 years. But I have a small chisel of knowledge that I am gathering against the fear every day. Every piece of knowledge replaces a little peice of fear. And everyday I am fighting the battle to be the person I want to be. My life is changing.... for the good.