It’s taken me a long time to write this post. Even though I’ve had a number of ideas that I wanted to write about, I felt that it was necessary to reveal some of what has occurred in my life in the past months before moving on. Many things have changed for me and I wanted to mark these changes, this transition, really, from my old life to my new one.
In the past months I’ve transitioned from married to single, from a big house in the suburbs to a small apartment near the highway, and from a long term steady job to a new one with lots of potential. Each change has caused me to go through a period of introspection, of soul-searching to figure things out. Though there are helpful resources out there, and I’ve had a lot of support from family and friends, there is no instruction book for life.
It’s been a difficult year of adjustment. There have been many ups and downs during this time, but the general trend has always been upward. I feel more positive about my life and where I’m going now than I have in many years.
I want to continue to share with you some of the things I’ve been learning. These things may be about life in general, about making money, and about blogging. I won’t promise not to write about other topics, though, as they come up. I’ve spent so much time learning and experiencing new things lately that have offered valuable lessons to me. I feel that some of these will also be equally valuable to many of you.
This is an exciting time for me in my life, yet there are many fears that I’m dealing with along the way. It’s definitely not easy letting go of the safety of a long term relationship or a long term job. Change can be a scary thing, but it can also be a necessary motivator for taking action and taking control of your life. This is an idea that I’ve found to be valuable to remember during the difficult times. Change is often good even though it’s often frightening and uncomfortable.
I may not be posting every day, but I will continue to write on this blog. I think the FreshBlogger name is even more apropos now as my life feels fresh and new. In the coming months I hope to share even more of these fresh ideas with you. Thanks for continuing to come back and read these pages and a special thanks for those of you who have offered your time and support in the last months. You’ve helped me to keep going in the right direction.
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It is nice to have you back and blogging and this one is absolutely stunning. This is far from what I had been expecting from you on your return and it is all the more appealing for that.
I do not want to sound like I am pontificating but wish to state that I admire you for your openness, practical approach, risk taking ability and the icing on the cake – optimism.
I wish you all the very best and assure you that I shall regularly visit this site, read your blogs and comment.
your bravery is inspiring!
I have been through this phase in life also, and as you did I started all over again.
Starting from scratch isn’t for the weak hearted, but in the end you will prevail.
Just remember one thing , along with optimism, bravery, and a willingness to start over, you must experience a re-birth of faith, hope and enthusiasm !
I’m glad your blogging again. Dave
Glad to see you’re still blogging! Sounds like a major year of transition … I had a very similar year in 2005 and some days I still find myself reeling from it, but mostly in a good way : ).
Hey guys, Thanks so much for your comments. I really appreciate your support. I still find myself wondering some days how I arrived at this point, but things are getting better and better with each passing day. Now, to get back into the habit of blogging on a regular basis…