Rising up.

In 2008, I ...

Left a place I loved very much.
Found myself in a place I never thought I'd be.
Then found another place that I loved, but in a different way.
Mourned friendships changed.
Felt alone and abandoned.
Witnessed my son's precious milestones -- sitting up, crawling, walking, talking, and so much more.
Trusted my instincts, which paid off.
Traveled to places far and near.
Lost a love.
Then decided to focus on loving myself.
And, was astonished to learn that the love for your child grows even more (how is this possible?).
Felt like a fake.
But then climbed through the rubble to start finding authenticity.
Felt so needy.
Then gave back to someone in need.
Felt some days that I could do anything.
And on other days felt I had nothing to bring.
Felt that I wasn't enough.
Finally decided that I am enough -- and more.
And, on the last day of the year, decided that 2009 is my year to finally -- finally -- re-claim something I've decided is worth fighting for.
Me.

Listening to: 32 Flavors by Ani DiFranco.

Comments

[Kate Brinson]

this is so pretty! you are way DEEP, sister! and i read the entry below.... new nanny!! tratior.. no, just kidding... insert sigh here.. miss both of your faces. kiss that baby boy for me!