"Those who are willing to be vulnerable move among mysteries." ~ Theodore Roethke

I've had an interesting turn of events these last couple days. And it is odd how some very minor shifts and my sense of awareness must be showing on me. I've noticed that people have been talking to me differently. When my heart is heavy, friends lend a hand. They want to be there to provide, to care for me. When my heart is shining, they want to be in that light. So, even with challenges, I am finding that I am trying to keep present. I am keeping my heart open. I am staying vulnerable. And I am able to give so much more. And I am shining.

And I am beginning a new chapter in service to the community. Last night, I was appointed the new Cashier for the Society of Janus. I am excited. It means a lot to me to be able to give service.

My life has had so many changes recently. Endings and beginnings. And perhaps symbolically, this morning, I finally sold that thorn in the side bed frame that has been haunting my hallway for months. I feel so freed with it gone. I want to clear out more, physical and mental cobwebs.

These past couple weeks, I have taken to wearing a favorite necklace that my mom gave me when I was a teenager, a heart shaped rhinestone pendant on a simple silver chain. I love wearing necklaces that have a clasp that drifts to the bottom... so I can make a wish. This morning, I was at the bus stop, and this man in Army fatigues and a huge sparkly cross necklace smiled and said, well, don't you look pretty with you heart necklace on today. It made me smile, and I touched it, noticing then, I could make a wish on the clasp. He added, I bet you have a beautiful heart too.

I am feeling loved, very loved, indeed.

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Photo: Destined For Heartbreak by Fifila