We’ve been looking, seeking, considering, wondering… condo, house, new, old, character, convenience, city, town??? What does life look like 5 years from now? 10? The last few years have cautioned me against thinking I KNOW anything at all about the future; that I KNOW anything at all about my health; that I KNOW anything at all about basically anything. I’ve learned that this country gal can indeed love living in a city (ok, I’m not saying I could handle Chicago or NYC, but Providence has been amazing) I’ve learned that my attitude and stress have a profound effect on my physical state. I’ve learned that I am more resilient than I thought, but that distance from my kiddos, family and friends is the absolute suckiest thing. I realized that most relationships are based on location, on proximity, on common experiences, but that the really special ones can stretch across the miles. I’ve learned to never pass up an opportunity to show someone kindness, to tell someone they matter, that they’ve impacted your life. I’ve learned I am that gal that can enjoy a solo coffee in a cafe, but not a lunch-those women are much more confident than I am- but I’m working on that. I’ve learned that weight can, like years, creep up on you; that I’m a three-drink-never-four-gal; that I cannot eat just one anything. I’ve learned that if my hands aren’t busy, my mind defaults to worry. I’ve learned that while I will always be the middle child, the epitome of average… that I am also more than okay, that I am enough. We’ve crammed much-life, food, music, fun-into our life in Providence. We’re packing up our 903 apartment less than two years after moving in and making it ours. I remember Elaina’s words upon walking through the door, “Awww… it’s our home but miniature.” I’m confident that we will create “home” again in a super cute condo in East Greenwich. The next month will be exhausting, but I’ve learned that I can handle more than I once believed. Even so, I’m certainly open to all good vibes you can send!
