In The Know

As a new year enters and the last year of the first decade (I don’t care what people say, a decade begins with ’1′) of 2010 begins, I’m thinking about the seasons of my life.

My teenager years was exciting and scarry. The Spring of my life was fresh and new. I never knew what to expect and I went with the flow. I absolutely had a carefree time. That probably had a lot to do with my parents were taking care of more of the time even through college. I did work a lot and it always seemed as if I was going the school, working and no sleep, but it gave me a sense of responsibility.

I got married in my junior year of college and a few months after graduation, I got pregnant. The Summer of my life was a whirlwind.  It was college, husband, graduation, job, mortgage, kids, family activities, grad school, promotions, new jobs…whew! What a whirlwind. I don’t ever think I slept late on a Saturday morning as I used to do in the spring of my life. It was sprint in the Georgia heat that can really wear you down.  I was exhausted all the time. Running the kids around for their activities all over Atlanta, it was not only wear and tear on the car, but on us (hubby too).

Well, I’m in the Fall of my life and there are challenges.  At 41, I’ve faced two layoffs, health challenges and emotional ups and downs about my future.  But, my experiences in the spring and summer of my life made me realize how resilient I am and how strong I am. I’m back in school for more certifications and looking for new business/employment opportunities. With everything that is going on in the world, natural disasters, economic standstill and employment challenges, I’m thinking more and more about the winter of my life and preparing for the unexpected.  Smarter and sharper than I’ve ever been, planning for the future is exciting making the changing leaves more colorful than normal.

As I plan for the Winter of my life, my dreams put me in very exotic places doing amazing things. I see myself as a very calming but sharp individual. I understand to get to this point, I have to see myself and go after what I want in the fall of my life to be satisfied in the winter of my life. I’m looking forward to really slowing things down, retirement and cuddling with my sould mate (hubby), being financially sound and being engulfed in my faith. I have so much to look forward to.

Seasons are ever changing and even though you know what to expect at each season, they are different and at times, sometimes they come early, other times they come late, and some times the temperatures/weather are mild. I’m prepared for any changes no matter how mild or heavy things may be.