September 7th

A little update.
I'm all over the map emotionally tonight, so not sure what I am going to write about, but here I am.

Sometime early in the new year, I put it out to the Universe that I thought it was time for a life makeover.  Little did I know how seriously the Universe felt that was true.  Many things have turned upside down for me in that time.  Right now, it's so challenging to move forward with all the changes in front of me that it's just plain hard.

Having said that, I am learning that everything happens for a reason, according to God's divine plan for my life.  AND that what I may have in mind could be greatly insignificant compared to what He has in mind.

About 2 years ago, I created a dream board.  The other night when I was packing, I pulled it off the wall of my office and  I think my jaw literally dropped.  There, staring me in the face, were things that I had visualized that had come true.

One of those things, was a picture of Cheryl Richardson.  I chose her photo out of a magazine - not with any real relevance to her at all actually - but just because she inspired me to be the sort of person who makes a difference in other people's lives.

Little did I know that she would be making a difference in my life throughout all of this.  Reading her book, "The Unmistakable Touch of Grace" has been a grounding experience throughout all of this.

And despite the ups and downs of my "life makeover", it has been a constant reminder of what is most important in life.... living love.

Much has changed in my life, but the love in my life has only grown.  In some new and unexpected ways even.  I celebrate my 12th anniversary with my husband this weekend - and am so blessed for all that we have to celebrate together.

Someone wise once told me that no matter how difficult the decisions you have to make... no matter how emotional things are... or how lost you feel.... stay true to your values and you will find the right way.

Aloha,
Emily