As I begin this new endeavor I find myself reflecting on all of the pieces of who I am (thus "Patchwork") and how they evolved. I realize that each crossroad I have encountered along the way in my life has lead me to some where else and added another piece of the patchwork quilt that is my personality.
Some of those events were active (i.e. choosing to have my children naturally, at a birth center) and some were passive (i.e. being an only child to a single mother). Looking forward, I hope to have more active than passive experiences. Not to say that I am capable of planning every event in my life (despite my natural tendency to try), but I hope to experience every event in an active state of awareness. I want to soak in the experience, hold on to the memories, and meditate on the implications. An effort of this kind requires me to simultaneously slow down while I charge ahead and take control of my experiences.
Before having children, I viewed an experience as the spring board to the next event. Charging forward like a bull, always trying to get to the next, better location in my journey. The challenge in front of me now is to cherish every moment in my journey, trust in serendipity, and enjoy the ride.
Blogging is a way of recording this ride and all of the moments I hope to capture and relish. Thank you for joining me on my adventure.
No comments:
Post a Comment