Fresh Start

A few months ago, I decided that there needed to be some changes in my life. After all, it's our experiences in life that make us who we are. And I needed to broaden my horizons. As always I jumped in head first. When I decide to do something, I do it. I know what I want, and I figure out how to get it. As I went along on this mission I had a major revelation. I have a very good life. Sure, there are things that could be better. There are things that I wish I had done differently. But, for the most part.... Ya girl is doing very well for herself.
I have a wonderful family. When I see my grandmother in her rocker, that gives me peace. When I talk to my mother, she gives me direction. Being close to my siblings gives me strength. Watching my nieces and nephews grow gives me hope. The company of beautiful friends gives me joy. The neighborhood where I grew up and everybody knows my name, gives me comfort. My church family threw all their work, they inspire me.
Yeah, there are the places I haven't gone. The experiences I haven't had yet. The goals that I haven't accomplished, YET. The love that hasn't come along. But, I've realized, those things come in time. When I am ready for them, they will be given to me. Until then, enjoying and appreciating what I have is what's important. I've been blessed in my life, I'm thankful for my experiences. So sometimes, a fresh start is just realizing what you have.