We all think things “should” be a certain way, and then you’re reminded from time-to-time that it doesn’t matter what you wanted, or thought, or expected – no matter how many “SHOULDS” you throw at it. There only is what is.
Sometimes you “should” be told things. Sometimes you “should” get to tell your story. Sometimes you “should” be able to say, “goodbye”. You SHOULD. But then it is what it is.
I have put a lot into my career. A lot. Probably too much. I’ve made choices and altered my path now. It won’t be easy. I hate uncertainty, but not as badly as I hate being out of control of my own destiny. Sometimes you have to put your faith in God that He thinks you need to learn something from what happens. So, here we go….
What I can say is I did choose this. I want to be where I’m useful and successful. I want to be where I’m master of my own destiny. I want to be my own voyager.
I’ve been blessed and challenged and improved by so many incredible people. I’ve fought like hell to keep my faith in humanity in spite of others. I wanted things to be different. And they’re not.
If you’re someone I’ve crossed paths with, and we’ve had any kind of positive impact on each other – and you feel like I left you without saying goodbye, please know – I didn’t choose that.
Thank you. I love you. Hugs and kisses – and go be a badass. I’ll see you soon on some other adventure – I really hope.
Be generous. Be kind. Give grace. Not everyone will reciprocate, but that also just is. Hug someone you love today – the chance may be gone tomorrow.
-walt whitman
Now Voyager
The untold want by life and land ne’er granted,
Now voyager sail thou forth to seek and find.
Be excited. Be full of possibilities. Be better. Be stronger. Be true to yourself. And be real. Walt Whitman says it more beautifully above.
And Bette Davis leaves us some sound advice:
Darling, lets not ask for the moon. We have the stars.
BUT… never look back. Only ahead, and whether it’s how it should be or not … it is what it is.