As I look outside and
see snow flying, I chuckle at the prospect of Spring! It is such a
great time of year to experience: the buds popping, the daffodils
creeping, the green returning to our lawns. The other aspect I love is
the fact that we get to see the seeds we have planted: changes that
emerge in life and the ultimate plan of God unfolding His will to us.
It is funny that I tend
to have these grandiose plans that of course have the check list (Yep,
I'm a checker-offer) and a time line (Yep, total strategic planner). I
used to get all crazy, and I mean spider-monkey crazy, when life
happened and took me off THE PLAN. These days, however, it is
comforting to see how I have grown in that I find comfort in being
taken off course. I can now chuckle, sigh, and then create my new check
list, leaving my time line up to God. Following our dreams is a
wonderful process; a blooming of our will, our tenacity and our
flexibility.
Yoga has taught me to be
flexible in the body for sure, but it has also quieted (somewhat) my
restless spirit. It has taught me to be flexible in my day and in my
life. Move within the moment rather than trying to push up against it.
Doors close while others open and this is life.
I am welcoming in spring
by connecting deeper to the 2011 Creating Yoga Heaven theme: I am
stepping through a new door; a door that chose me long ago. This door
allows me to focus on my passions and nurture areas in my life that have
been neglected. Another door leads me to where I believe God wants me
so that I can use the talents He gifted to me. A third door offers me
opportunities to pursue venues that will enrich my career. Through
these doors I will find more family time, a deeper connection with God,
my husband, and who I was authentically made to be. Time is of the
essence and it will surely feel fantastic to be able to exhale and enjoy
each moment that I am gifted.
I have said final
good-byes to 5 people within this last year: 2 friends, 1 grandmother, 1
uncle, and a dear friend's father. Today (the day I am writing this to
you) is number 6 and I say farewell to my uncle in Texas. Life sure is
short. Be sure to be awake, present, and allow each moment to take
your breath away!
Take this spring and
reconnect to the things that are most important to you and then adjust
your priorities, your lifestyle, and let go of anything that takes you
in the wrong direction.
Namaste,
Trish
