While sitting on Clearwater Beach after finding my new home I thought of so many people in my life that I am grateful for:
My family has been unwavering in the support for me while trying to make this dream come true. They may have thought I was crazy half the time, but they supported me nonetheless. NEVER underestimate how much validation means to people. Individuals have to make their own mistakes; validation with love and nurturing care helps people fulfill their dreams and helps soften the fall if they don't. End of lecture.
My countless, wonderful friends came to mind while I sat there in that soft, baby-powder sand. Taz, your shout out was first. The echo I heard in the Universe was deafening, and happy. I don't know how else to describe it. I thought of my (almost lifetime) friend Lynette, with whom I had actually been on that beach with before. I thought of my old life in Tampa, I thought of all the supportive people in Greensboro that wanted to see me succeed in my efforts to move to Florida, and all my friends on Facebook that have done nothing less than kept me afloat and my spirits up during this emotional and difficult time. No one is luckier than I am, and if they say they are they MUST be lying.
I thought of the people right there in Clearwater that worked so hard those few days to help me find my new apartment. Robby, and the girls at the complex, were welcoming and made the process much easier for me.
I thought of my Spiritual Adviser, I thought of my daily Universal thoughts that have helped me get through this, I thought of Socks... he would love the new place. And Dad would be so happy for me.
My phone and my car didn't break until I got back from Florida, and for that I am truly grateful. If that had happened while I was still in Florida it would have been a mess, and so would I. LOL Thankfully I got home and was able to handle fixing the phone with the help of a dear friend, and I got the car out to the dealership without having to use a tow truck. Will wonders never cease? :)
To be continued...
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No man (or mermaid) is an island, eh? :-)
ReplyDeleteEveryone needs friends in this life.
Heaven knows I have tried being an island. It just hasn't worked. I see many of my friends trying to be islands... I wish them luck.
ReplyDeleteWhy would anyone want to be an island? Anti-social outlook? Islands tend to eventually sink into the sea, with nary a trace. By nature humans are primarily social beings. No point in fighting it.
ReplyDeleteTaz here... I'm using this new blog name instead now... I'm not one to turn away a friend ever. I've been turned away as of last year from one and know how cruel some people can be when you chase a dream and may meet heartache along the way but that doesn't mean you've given up. I say go for it, go with gusto and don't look back accept to be in a meloncholy manner. I love socializing. I love meeting new people. I also like my down time too!! It's all good. HUGS and Blessings to you for following bravely rather sitting back safely.
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Tazzy