Leaving Repurposed

Leaving is a word on my heart lately.

We each leave people, places, years, things, careers, habits, etc.

Thankfully - That's all growth.

Among the leaving can come a period of adjustment. With that period of adjustment comes support you never knew you had, if you're paying attention along the cobblestone way. There are dips, trips, new levels, changes in texture and color. The accomplishments that appear along those paths are spectacular. Tune into the wins and allow those to become building blocks for a new beginning and solid foundation.

Last week Maggie was down and out with walking pneumonia. I found myself rushing to pick her up from school/daycare to give her comfort. Meaning I left my desk with my laptop knowing I had to work from home for potentially days (insert coworker guilt). Then there is guilt that fills your heart a bit that you even left Maggie at daycare that morning. She was cuddly and seemed a little clingy, but you must push through that mom abandonment guilt to get to work. No one is going to pay those bills but you. Now that we are healed from the walking pneumonia, the returning Monday she cried on the davenport (R.I.P. Grandma J)/couch/sofa stating with 3 year old firmness, "I want to stay home with you and Li Li Chey Chey (our giant Saint of a dog)". That broke my heart. All I could think to say back was, "Me, too love. However, capitalism doesn't allow us to do that today". We rallied and got to school/daycare.

While at the school I took extra time to get her settled in her classroom and comfort her. As I sat there talking about how we get to go to the library and the sooner I go the swifter I am back to get for that fun evening event. Another mom popped in handed her crying child to the teacher, turned and left. My heart broke. I thought, don't rush out. Stay just for a moment for her. Nothing is more important than that little human knowing that leaving is okay and you'll be back. Delivery is everything my friends.

Leaving people? Be kind and mindful of the feelings for all.

Leaving a place? Take it in and be excited for the next destination.

Leaving 2019? Glance back in gratitude and look forward with blessings.

Leaving something behind? Stand proud if it's not good for you and march forward.

Leaving a career? Bridges burned won't allow you to return.

Leaving a habit? Make the note and plan of action to proceed with grace for yourself.

We are creators of our future based on choices we make in each moment (no pressure...). Where do you desire to go? What's the first step to get there? Pick 1 thing and start with that. It's all it takes.

#LEAVING #KINDNESS #CAREER