I was going to save this for a personal email to all of my loved ones, as I so rarely reveal my personal self on my blogsite; however, in the spirit of honesty and renewal with all things new that come with the new year, here goes: What have I learned over the past year? I have learned that there are people there for you, in all types of different ways, from all walks of life, depending upon the season in which you find yourself. I have learned to be patient, that as the yoga video I do daily as part of my morning practice states, "life is on a spiral path." I have learned that it is not always about reaching your goals as quickly as you possibly can, but instead about the lessons you learn along the way. I have learned to embrace those lessons in order to really live in the moment and let life wash over me, one second at a time, like a wave in an ocean or the beauty of a sunrise. What am I going to take from what I have learned? That I am a vulnerable, humble, alive human being with scars and marks that reveal who I really have been, where I am going, and how much more I have yet to absorb in lessons from those who have already been there. What am I looking forward to in the future weeks, months, and years? Renewed connections with those who have gotten away, continued connections with those who refuse to look away, and connections unknown in those whom I have yet to encounter. I am so excited to be given the opportunity time and time again to renew, recreate, and rejuvenate this beautiful life that I am a part of...I can only hope those who hold a place in my heart know that it is there and that it will always be there.
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AuthorValerie Ellis, who is in alignment with the Black Lives Matter Movement and everyone whose life is impacted, now or before, by times of social injustice. Archives
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