Detours and Taking Flight

Today was one of those days that I wish would occur more often.  Springboarding from the evening’s revelation and resultant exultation nothing could go awry.  Friends responded to my disclosure regarding coming out to my daughter.  Congratulatory outpouring of love and support made me smile as I misted.  Happy tears reminded me that life is wonderful even when there are trials and tribulations.

Everyone has issues that confound them.  Anyone who tells you they have a perfect life is perfectly irrational.  No advocacy for pity parties here.  But failing to admit difficulties stuffs the larger and larger monster into the smaller and smaller closet until it destroys vestiges of sanity that are in short supply for even the heartiest of souls.

I feel emotionally bullet proof; empowered to continue the journey that has been fraught with its share of potholes, detours and road construction.  But that’s okay.  In the scheme of things they are small nuisances. I’m not sure the source of the energy and empowerment.  My only offering is the love and support of those who know how to provide both in ample supplies and are always available to provide even when their inventory may be running low.

These are the marvels of my life – supportive mother, daughter and better half.  Friends who are always there and not afraid to provide a course correction whether mild or drastic.  It’s how they deliver their brand of selflessness; just what I need.

I’m learning to make it through the rain because above the clouds the sun shines warm and bright.  I’m learning that being a dreamer is not only good it inspires advancements in my life.  If you dream it you will acknowledge it and then you will live it.  A very dear and special girlfriend told me to open myself to the universe.  She was right.  I’ve followed her advice and have not looked back.  This girl needs no rear view mirror.  I’m not backing up.

It’s our turn to live the life that we’d imagined.  Look both ways before crossing intersections but don’t recoil from opportunities.  Find friends with whom you share similarities and hang with them.  They will bolster you and you will bolster them.  It’s called drafting off the person in the lead.  Canada geese do it to perfection; each taking the lead position when another tires.  We can emulate them and cut through the headwinds that present themselves from time to time.

Let’s fly ladies.  Let’s fly together seeking the next verdant pasture to touch down and enjoy a respite from the journey.

Enjoy the weekend and know that I’m here to support you.

Love and hugs, Nikki DiCaro