This morning I was up before the sun. I have a busy week of teaching, packing and seeing all of my friends down here in Naples before I start my trip back. I have shared the news with most everyone so far but, in case you didn't hear, I've made the decision to move back to NY. It's certainly bittersweet. I have wanted to move since June and now finally know it's time, the right choice for me. Thank you to everyone that celebrated this weekend. If I could, I would take all of you with me. The people I have met down here are the sole reason I stayed in Florida for much longer than anticipated.
I moved down to Naples with a way different intention of how my life would turn out, and when it took a different turn than expected, instead of moving back to NY then, I stayed. I made a home for myself and built a wonderful community that I am forever grateful for. However, just because I'm moving, "Gratitude Monday," is not put on hold, so let's get to it! What are your three?!
1) I'm grateful for something Katie told me last night. She reported that she read a true sign of emotional maturity is being able to hold both sadness and happiness at the same time. At times I find myself feeling guilty because I'm not MORE sad to leave, and then at times I find myself feeling confused because when I do get emotional I think about how STOKED I am to get back to NY. Katie was able to share this fun fact and it comforted me. Thank you.
2) I am grateful for my entire life fitting into my car, allowing this move to be as smooth as possible.
3) I'm SO thankful for Chang. A massage therapist/body worker at Hand & Stone in Mercato, that informed me my entire body is a knot. LOL. But, his technique left me feeling recovered, so much so I scheduled one more before I leave next Monday.
