Just as the lows strike you down, the rebound comes on it’s heels and lifts you back up. But you still feel the bruises. You breathe in and out just as before. Your heart beats. You get up and put your feet to the floor. And even though you don’t feel it, you’ve taken a tiny step forward on your journey. Growth hurts sometimes. Making the decision to move forward after the rough spots takes a great deal of courage. Speaking your truth to those around you can be extremely difficult because you just can’t handle one more bit of drama and you especially don’t want to hurt anyone. So you do your best, you get some sleep, and you pour another cup of coffee in the morning. One step, two steps, three…eventually it’ll be automatic. Eventually it gets better.

We are baking cookies today. I am looking for the spark. As my friend Vicky says, it’s there…blow gently.

❤