Inspirations abound

So much time has passed since my last entry that I cannot possibly begin to write about all that has transpired in my life, but I can offer some insight as to where I am at on my journey...

While I struggle with making sense of my personal life, I have gained such inspiration and hope from my work. I do admit that at times being a "change agent" and "fighter" for equity can be utterly exhausting, but it is such rewarding work. I cannot adequately articulate the satisfaction I derive from working to create deeper understanding about and respect for human ways...I truly feel blessed to FINALLY be dedicating so many hours to something that inspires me on personal and professional levels...

I am also extremely grateful for those people in my life who inspire me to continue on my own path of growth...those who encourage me to have the strength and fortitude necessary to confront difficult and often painful realities as a step towards greater happiness and peace...I love each and every one of you more than my meager words can express...

Lately, it's all about the inspirations that I encounter on a daily basis...those that propel me to examine my inner thoughts, feelings and desires....whether they manifest themselves in the gesture of a friend or co-worker, the words of a keynote speaker at a given conference, or the actions of others, these inspirations offer me hope and the ability to envision the day when I am living with my heart and mind in balance...when I can be true to myself in all of my life's facets, and thereby be the best possible me, JUST ME, for this world...