I have taken many risks. I have both celebrated and suffered the consequences of my actions. At this point in my life, the stakes seem so much higher, and the risks frighten me. To be true to my essence, I am convinced that these are risks I must take. Why today? I put everything else in my life on hold as I worked on my art show which was held on Friday the 12th. It may seem selfish, but I couldn’t afford to have my life disrupted or distractions while preparing for this important show.
Today, however, I am ready to take the risks that have been clamoring in my head and making me ill for months. Today I take risks that will dramatically affect my life.Today I will follow-through on the promises I have made to myself and the many, many conversations I have had with my husband and best friend. Today these things I must
Today I tell my husband that I am moving out of the house and out of the life that we have shared for the 11 1/2 years.
Today I sign a lease on a new art studio.
Today I begin my search for a new place to live without a clear idea of what funds I will have available for rent.
Today I start my search for a job.
Today I will do my best to walk with purpose and clarity, as I step over the devastation my decisions leave in my wake.
Today is an important day.
Roxann Souci As an abstract painter working with brightly colored, translucent acrylics, Roxann expresses her passion through her artwork. "I want to touch touch people's emotions with my art. I want to bring joy". At a pivotal time in her life, her fellow bloggers have been a source of strength and encouragement. Her artwork can be found at her on-line gallery. my website.
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Sending love and light your way, Rox. You can do this!
Whoa, Roxann… that sounds like at least 6 months’ worth of risk! That being said, sometimes these massive transitions can be easy if we let them; if we don’t get too wrapped up in how devastated the people around us think we should be. If you have come to these conclusions, you are ready. The universe will – I have no doubt – lay the path for you and guide you on your way. Keep us posted on the job/studio/apt progress! Blessings.
I will hold you in my heart.
Thank you for taking the “risky” steps toward a life you love. What’s good and right for you is good and right for all of us. I trust that, in the long run, you will find these are risks worth taking. YOU are worth taking them!
Yowza!! Now THAT’S putting it all out there. Thank you for sharing this. You are loved.