New Moon Determination

"Do not swear by the moon, for she changes constantly."

William Shakespeare 

The new moon once again glides across the sky. It is a symbol of new beginnings. We have just passed through the full moon which is a time for addressing what had accumulated. It is often a chaotic time. The new moon welcomes us to begin again with fresh approach and newly formed optimism.  

Insanity, they say, is placing a new layer upon the old rotten form while expecting nothing but a thriving end result. We may feel heavy laden wondering how we will once again face a task using the same skills. And that is the key ... this is an opportunity to move forward with new ideas and positive application.

As we reach what seemingly appears to be a dead end, may really be the pause just prior to uncovering the best way possible. The moon changes through cycles and so must we. If something is not unfolding as we desire, then for heaven's sake, it is definitely time to use new vision, fresh approach and wholehearted determination!  

When True Love Waits ...

"The course of true love never did run smooth."

William Shakespeare 

She was the high school cheerleader, the captain no less, and he was the high school athlete winning in every sport. College rolled around and took them in separate ways. Each married and lived in different cities in the United States. He became a minister and she was a tv celebrity. I had not seen either one of them in numerous decades. 

While eating with some friends at a local restaurant, I glanced over to a table in a different section. I stared at two people, puzzling over what they were doing together, as I recognized them immediately. Why are they here thousands of miles from where we had grown up? Had they slipped away for an affair?

I boldly walked up to their table. We all had aged, of course, and being out of context there was confusion at first. Stunned, we broke into a group hug! Both had divorced after years of marriage, returning to their original true love. They were now in a marriage intended years ago, but life got in the way. True love a bit bumpy, but worthy of the wait!