The
Universe presents me and you, infinite opportunities. Some desirable, others not so much. Some not as anticipated in a slightly disappointing manner – others a
delightful surprise. That in mind, I had a number of longer term opportunities
presented to me while I played in Florida – some local, others international.
None felt appropriate for me due to timing, requirements or otherwise not in alignment
with My Quest. Plentiful were the smaller opportunities, or rather gifts, that
I joyfully took advantage of. There were deep, moving, possibly life-changing,
conversations with just the right people at exactly the perfect time. Blissful
surprises were spontaneously given and received. Chances to overcome previous hang-ups
presented and were hurdled. An exciting highlight was the unexpected reunion
with a friend of many years and former wellness coaching client in California.
She had courageously sold her business and her house and was now on her
personal journey traveling the United States indefinitely. She is expanding her
heart and her world and living even more fully than before. This, of course,
warms my heart which glowed even
brighter when she mentioned my inspiration in her story. I bow to her and the
growing numbers like this impressive lady who bravely break free from the
comfortable way things used to be in exchange for creating a more fulfilling
life!
I mused about my purpose for ending up in Florida yet again
– as it totally was not as initially planned/expected. While I came up with
possibilities here and there, one of the wisest people in my life made a good
point, “You will always come up with reasons for wherever you end up…. for all
the choices you make!” So True! All choices are honored and, in the grander
scale of things, we can make no mistake. This was a concept impossible for a
few to grasp earlier in my life when they would sneer, “You have a reason for
everything!” as if it were a bad thing. Speaking about reasons for things and
purpose, that is a topic I hear of a lot and am asked about frequently…..my/our
purpose for being here. Over the years, I have received many, what I call, Downloads
from Above (or from Within depending upon your understanding). For the most
part, these are delivered in pictures and feelings; rarely are words involved.
That is why it was so significant when I “got” an entire couple sentences. Here
it is word for word to deliberate if it resonates with you. “Our
purpose on this planet is multi-faceted and infinite. Although it may be fun or
somewhat helpful to define; to narrow it down to a specific thing in human
words is to grossly diminish it.” Personally, I could narrow it down to one
word, “Love”. But even that would diminish it because I don’t need a word to
know what I mean and those that do need a word could not fathom its infinite
context. And for those who grasp the profound humor, “I am on earth to make
waves”.
Back to my Florida stay reasons - A couple months served as a restorative retreat for me. A
time to go within while spending hours without…seemingly alone in Nature. Dolphins, shells, beach, turtles, bunnies,
flowers, trees, sunshine, storms all played their magical parts. Consulting
with another Dear Sage for her insights, she felt this was my good-bye trip. I
know. I’ve implied such before. But this really felt like my Farewell
Tour…….then again, ask The Who, Tina Turner, Elton John and Cher about Farewell
Tours.
If you are ever in the area of Sarasota, Florida, I highly
recommend you dropping a tiny bit south to Beyond-Wishes Well-being & Rejuvenation Institute in Nokomis. Abby works her magic in delivering the most
phenomenal facials, among other services. Under the influence of her intense
pampering, I floated off to another realm. When gently coaxed back, I felt like
a whole new person! Abby Smiley Krause has also created experiences for individuals who do
not regularly interact with the elements of earth, air, water and fire. As
these are all such necessary influences in the balance of our lives, her
ingenious way to weave them into her services is beyond-words benefit to
those in need. Learn more from the Beyond-Wishes facebook page or their website. Abby, you are an amazing woman and I am so honored for the opportunity
to “dance together” on this stage called Life.
It may
surprise you how many folks these days are living nomadic lives, like mine,
without a “home base”. Unlike me, they
create a regular income online in various arenas and many refer to themselves
as Digital Nomads. Blogging classes are offered showing others how they too can
make money via this vehicle. Their online blogs and articles are interrupted
with distracting ads of all sorts. Most of the ads are things the bloggers
aren’t even passionate about, just items that are profitable for one reason or
the other. These professional bloggers make quite a lucrative income in this
manner. This is 
