You’d think that by this time I would have realized there’s one thing you can count on – something changing when you least expect it.

My life was in pretty good order finally.

Comfortable, affordable place to live in a walking community
Proximity to my children, the grandkids and my Dad
Wonderful circle of fun, interesting and supportive friends
Good health and a relatively stress-free life
Work that challenges and excites me

That’s what I set out to create almost 10 years ago – it’s been a challenging journey and an exercise in learning and growing that I’m glad I embarked on.  And for the last year or so, I have been feeling very settled and happy with my lot in life.

But something was missing and I knew it but I wasn’t ready to work on that part yet.  I was still perfecting just being an authentic me – I couldn’t imagine another person’s place in this new life.

Ah, but the Universe conspires for our best interests  - we just fail to notice sometimes.

He is an acquaintance from 4 years ago -a connection that was lost - but call it what you will, Fate laughed and walked him right back into my life.   And this time I couldn’t’ help but pay attention.

I did an exercise with some friends a while back of describing my idea of a perfect soul mate complete with a physical description.  I really did think about what kind of person I would want to share my life with and described his traits, interests, talents and physical appearance.

You know that old adage, be careful what you wish for?   Well, if you doubt the power of setting intentions and visioning, I suggest you think again.  If you read that “letter to the universe” and met my “Sweetie” you would be astounded!

So I’m learning to adjust again.  Learning to set boundaries on my work hours to allow time to share part of my life.  Learning to juggle priorities to include kids, grandkids, a parent and a romance.  Learning to just let myself be in a moment and to focus on another person.      Lovely……

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