Saturday 3 March 2018

A New Dog


As of this morning I became a dog.  I had an incredibly hard time deciding and had mulled the idea over for quite some time. This decision was a tough one for the simple fact that in looking at my goals and the unpredictability of what this year may bring, I am somewhat uncertain of what capacity I may be able to be a part of certain pieces of the year.  We all have busy lives and with that it’s easy to make lists of why maybe next year would be better, but really is there ever the perfect year?
An excerpt from a book I am currently reading put it perfectly:

“Take what the trail gives you.  That’s all there is to it. On one level “take what the trail gives you” simply means you should take and make the most out of, what the trail presents; that is, what’s right in front of you.  If the trail looks gentle and smooth, then use that stretch to run faster and fluidly.  If the trail turns steep and rocky, switch to slower running or hiking, and leverage your strength and agility.  If the trail churns up sticky, slick mud, just take it and run through it, keeping your sense of humor intact. It is a gift to run in the great outdoors, a gift for which we should be grateful and that we should never take for granted.  Who knows what could happen, so seize the day and hit the trail.”
Like running a trail, this year’s journey will go through easy flat land, rocky steep slopes and muddy wet puddles, but it will be the combination of all these moments and experiences that will encourage each one of us to grow into better, stronger and happier people who make a difference where ever we may go.

If we wait for that perfect moment or perfect year we will inevitably be disappointed and full of regret because the fact is that year does not exist.  Some years will be better suited than others but all will have their challenges. So as the excerpt says, be grateful for the opportunities we have today and seize the day!
The more imperfect the year seems perhaps the more perfect it becomes.

Go thru the muddy part of the trail with a smile on your face!

 
Alana Regier
http:/alanaregier.blogspot.ca

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