life is what we make it....

as i sit here feeling like i am forgetting to take care of some things before i go, or having trouble getting on touch with some people in the dominican, or feeling overwhelmed by my need to have this adventure....i am reminded how lucky i am.

in the past few weeks here in vermont, we have lost a couple of our young people, way before their time. high school kids out doing what we have all done; be a little reckless and enjoy their passions and hobbies..essentially, living life. as a mama, my heart bleeds for those families. as a human, i feel the loss to the world for not having an opportunity to be exposed to what these young people were going to bring to our world.

so, i am reminded that this need to see and learn new things is crucial. my life is what i make it. and, although my first thought is to grab my child and not let go. not to let her out of my sight. i refrain. i want her to make her life as rich as she can. to touch people's hearts, to make others laugh, or to teach them something new. i want for her to reach for the stars. to be all that she can be.and one way i hope to teach her this, is by doing it myself. after all, my life is what i make it.

happy monday.

a