I waited a little longer than I really wanted to write this next blog post. It might be OK to consider this procrastination, or even forgetfulness, because those acts have certainly been true of me with other endeavors. But if I am being truthful, and truthful is how I must be, then it’s fairer to say that I waited. I have this schedule that I have built out (in my head) of publishing weekly, preferably late on Sunday. This past Sunday I already knew that I had a lot to write about, but there were many different energies at play. I felt that to write about everything that was happening, at that time and in those moments, would have been premature. Some of it may still be, but I am ready to move forward, so to speak.

First – After a very short period I made the decision to resign my new position at JBG. After my first couple of days I realized that I had made a mistake. This had nothing to do with JBG – I was and still am very grateful that they extended me the opportunity to be a part of their operation. It wasn’t until I was in the experience that I could understand my mistake. It was important to me not to drag out time making this decision because I wanted to minimize the impact on JBG and allow them to move forward quickly. They were extremely gracious and understanding. This was a very difficult decision, but once it was made I knew instantly that I had done the right thing. As with all challenges, I had the opportunity to learn a lot from this and I did. The main thing being that I need to do things that will keep me focused on the path I am on.

So, on to the path…

Ed and I did several things together this past weekend that were either new experiences, or long needed. And in some cases they were both. First off I cooked ALL weekend. While I have been doing a lot of cooking since I finished at NEACA, I feel like I had gotten a little stagnant. So the best remedy for that is to host dinner parties and cook for friends and family. I fed people Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. It was joyful and rejuvenating and I really used it as an opportunity to explore things I learned in school. Please, do not be offended if I haven’t cooked for you yet – I assure you that I will, and I am looking forward to it.

On Saturday morning we went to a Kundalini yoga class at Yoga Yoga. It was a spontaneous decision, but turned out to be exactly what we needed. The class was focused on the 5 Sutras of the Aquarian Age. The emphasis was on the 3rd Sutra, which states When the time is on you, start, and the pressure will be off. Basically, don’t procrastinate because it makes everything more difficult. On Sunday morning we met up with a dear friend and participated in a Unitarian Church service celebrating the Tara Goddess. We did a goddess dance and some chanting. It was a lot of fun.

And now for the big news.

Fingers still crossed please. We made an offer on what we hope will soon be Little Mandala Farm and our offer was accepted yesterday. (My heart is thumping loudly as I type this!) All of the sudden everything is going in fast motion and the world is spinning forward. Ed and I are stunned with joy. It all just keeps happening. We are diving into the process of preparing our current home for sell. We have painters coming on Monday to get started and what seems like an insurmountable of packing to do. If everything keeps going positively we should be able to close by the end of May. Reflection. Gratitude. Amazement. Joy.

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The best way to make your dreams come true is to wake up.

Paul Valery