Hello 2018
Each year I reflect on the year. I take stock of the good, the bad, and the ugly. And I move through my emotions and discover the new path granted to me each and every year. A path that is not promised and should never be taken for granted. This year, 2017 ended and I sat unable to write anything about it. I spoke with some friends and mostly prayed and meditated about the great things already coming up, and took notice of my fear about the unknown. But no words... 2018 brings my daughter closer to high school graduation and all of the expectations and stress that comes with that. I have been feeling a bit out of sync and not very organized or helpful when it comes to test prep, scholarships, or college selection. Maya has been definitely bringing me ideas and we have had conversation, but I still feel out of sync and at moments immobilized. Then I remember, I am not alone. And I call my mom, who has already developed a plan to take Maya to see schools in the Midwest that ...