Another new beginning.
Or rather, a reconnecting to an abandoned road.
The process of reinvention is not a linear one.
It loops and turns and breaks.
It wanders and finds its way back.
It bolts and stalls.
It is fierce and quiet.
The journey may not be as alluring as many of those celebrated in story.
The ones that tell a tale of hardship quickly followed by transformation.
The stories that have me questioning whether my own messy journey
is the right one.
The nonlinear journey isn’t as romantic.
It may not be as inspiring at the surface.
But it is real and it is powerful.
I want to hear about the dirty details,
the struggle, the angst, the doubts & regrets.
I want to hear from those who are on their way
to rediscover and transform themselves
through the obstacles, through the fear.
Harnessing the resiliency and determination to
move through the muck.
It is indeed the journey, not the destination, that matters most.
The destination is a magnificent bonus.
So embrace the journey.
Even when you feel lost or in doubt.
When it seems that there is no movement
and the dream appears to have died.
Especially when the dream appears to have died.
When the beating of your heart’s dream is faint
be still and listen, go deep within
for it still beats on.
Here’s to the beautiful tribe of brave souls
who have embarked on their journey
or are on the verge of answering the call.
I celebrate you!