I have always loved spring, and since my daughter was born in the spring, I love it even more. Recently I have gained an entirely new perspective on this season. Well, new to me.
It has been one of those "up and down times" as my grandma would say. Up because of the new adventure and down for the same reason. I hate having to get settled in again. And meeting new people is proving to be tougher than any other time before.
After realizing that I have been very ungrateful for all I have been given, I took a walk in the park with my 4 year old. We walked and walked. The beauty of this place is inspiring. I have lived in some very beautiful places, and have seen some incredible things. But walking in this park, with my child and seeing the light in her eyes and hearing the joy in her voice; carried along the back drop of new life beginning to spring up, was the most amazing sight I have ever beheld.
There is some thing metaphoric about new life springing forth after the long dark winter. 37 seasons of life have given me the opportunity to witness this real time phenomenon as life changes from season to season. Things get darker and darker, until the chill finally subsides and the warmth of a new beginning comes into light.
Sharing these moments with my child has given me a whole new feeling of comfort. This is the plan, for everyone, everywhere. Even the earth is in sync with it. Who do I think I am to try and change it? I should not be upset when it's time for things to change. Because as things change, this is the opportunity for new growth and nothing is more beautiful than that.
