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Timing in life is a funny and eye-opening phenomenon. On the surface, if we pay it no mind, we might dismiss the observations that are available to us when two events or experiences occur in sequence, but often life is trying to show us something,
reveal to us something that up until this point in our lives, we haven't been able to see because we haven't had the necessary prep to appreciate what is occurring.
Such is the case that occurred for me this past week and a half during
my travels. Having the opportunity to travel to Manhattan and then make the quick journey to New Canaan, CT, for a book signing, followed by a flight back across the country to Seattle for an AP conference, my two professional worlds were placed neatly next to each other. And as is the case for many of us, when we are taken out of our comfort zone, our daily routine, such experiences can have a profound effect.
With much time to ponder the meaning of it all during my drive home yesterday, I couldn't help but come to the realization that life truly does have the answers we seek, we just have to be ready to receive them. Pair said readiness with gumption and perseverance, and amazing experiences and dream-come-true revelations are more
readily available to occur in an ordinary time (to paraphrase Thoreau).
So what does that mean for each of us? Short and sweet, keep putting yourself out there, keep gathering life wisdom, and always do so with an upbeat, curious spirit. Now, these
words might sound trite, but really, truly, the energy we put out, is what circles back around. We don't know when, and we certainly don't know how, but putting good out in the world can never be a bad life strategy.
If you would like to take a look
at my travels this past week, you can take a look at my Instagram images as well as read this post and this post, as I had a most memorable time. The Simple Sophisticate podcast was on hiatus this past Monday, but it will return per usual this coming week, so be sure to stay tuned.
If you will be celebrating July 4th, I hope you have a wonderful and safe experience, and if you are merely leisurely in the weekend, relax, lose track of time and enjoy most definitely. Until next week, I'll see you on the blog.
