A Brief Hiatus, but glad to be back!
Spring can be extremely busy in my field. Beyond the administrative things that come up at that time in the calendar the season has a marked effect on the population I serve. Spring is the season of renewal, and this Spring was no exception especially as we continued to see things open back up due to easements in COVID restrictions. Not for nothing, Spring is the season for anyone and everyone to still experience some of those "ants in the pants" feelings. Honing that energy into work-life balance was not easy at times. But my focus paid off and allowed me to do and participate in many splendid things.
Spring is the season in which I was born. I turned 46 this May and received many gifts not material. I was able to actually attend a grand re-opening event for a friend's business. Seeing old familiar faces in a social setting once again after so much time was so enriching to my soul. To actually have a date night with my love was also so enjoyable and reminded me of how essential time with loved ones really is. I was able to take part in the celebration of the marriage of two extended family members whose plans were initially in a state of chaos due to the pandemic. Experiencing the fruition of their plans culminating in a beautiful ceremony for the couple made me realize that no matter the obstacles we can all make it through.
There were some unexpected financial pitfalls within the same month that had me thinking something out there was deliberately sabotaging my life. This was not the case and despite the inconveniences I was able to pull through and see that the light at the end of the tunnel was not an oncoming train. Truth be told I was still able to pull the trigger on something I have really wanted for such a long time. It was a birthday present to myself which is something I rarely do, but it was for a great cause.
Through my network I had discovered a family who were in the process of moving into a new home. The home owners association had informed them that they would not be able to keep a member of their family. Yes, I am referring to a pet, but let's face it - our pets are members of our family too! When I found out about the situation my heart sank. I also realized that sometimes you find yourself in the right place and at the right time to truly make a difference. So I decided to rehome the pet they could not keep.
The husband and I talked about it extensively. I commended him for his natural instinct to go against the association and keep his family member anyway. The sad reality is it would have only took one nosey neighbor to put the end to everything leaving the family to have to act in even greater haste to rehome. My heart went out to the family who were just trying to improve their situation. I knew I could provide a very stable and loving home. So I pulled the trigger. I welcomed Brutus, an 18-month old English Bulldog into my family. Having had Brutus for just over a month I can honestly say that a piece of the puzzle I was missing in my life has been restored. In recent years, I had been without a pet. As a child and young adult I had always had pets as part of the family. As a professional, I may have convinced myself that I did not have the time, resources, emotional commitment for a pet. I came to terms with the fact that I am capable of more than I let myself think at times. Not only was I taking on a great responsibility but the experience would be a rewarding one. It would prove to be another example of me being an advocate and caregiver for a being that could not do so for themselves. Brutus has become a part of my family and has given everyone so much joy. On top of which, he is a real pisser (not the literal kind). English Bulldogs have so much character!
So while I have been busy with the distractions described above I do have to address the elephant in the room. This site has taken a backseat lately. One of my goals is to get back to more regular posting and article writing very soon. Ideas are there but the actual time to write, record or otherwise share has been limited. For that I apologize to the reader. I look forward to creating more content, sharing some of the things I am working on, and otherwise offering a peak into my life and passions.