Changes

I've really gotten into putting pictures on my blog, but today I felt like I should share some thoughts. Annie is gone on tour this week. The house is quiet. She's always gone during the day because she works, but she's home every evening. Last night I missed her. It made me think at how fast life goes. It won't be long till Annie moves out whether it be with her friends or if some lucky man comes along. Either way...Marc and I will be alone. This is a scary time for me. I love noise. I like the TV on when I'm alone because it feels like somebody else is here and makes time go quickly.

Different Chapters in our lives can seem hard and over-whelming when we know they are fast approaching. Sometimes we feel alone and it seems like it will be the hardest stage yet. I've had those feelings every time one of my children has moved out. At first it seems so strange and they are obviously missed and then other things fill in and life gets really busy again. With both Alisha and Ryan, I have found happiness in seeing them with their own families. Seeing what they are doing and watching the challenges as well as the triumphant times.

Yesterday Ryan dropped by to share a new song that he made up on the guitar. As I listened to his wonderful voice full of expression and love...I thought...this is what makes this stage in my life so worthwhile. Just the fact that I can listen, counsel, encourage, and just "be there" for my family makes me happy.

Life has slowed down. I don't walk the fast pace that I use to. My body doesn't feel the same. Health issues are more real. If I fall.... it hurts me more than one day and yet, I can take time to enjoy the little things. I can enjoy my family. I can do things that I never had time for. Even with all the adversities, Life is good.

They say when one door closes another one opens and hopefully that will bring on new and exciting changes. Those of us that are beginning to open new doors...just know...that you are not alone. Life does go on. It may change a little, but you can always find a bright spot in any situation. Sometimes you just have to dig a little farther.