get excited

I believe this is a goal that I must keep in mind throughout my busy life, no matter how busy I become. How easy to forget those precious moments in life – those memories which are formed by becoming excited. Keeping in mind the small things that elevate your life experiences – A racing heart, a genuine smile, the promise of hope – all to which make life interesting.

I am reuniting with somebody tomorrow who is one of the most important people who has graced my life. A history between two souls will be colliding with our present lives. I am so excited, I can’t really contain myself. I know that after 11 years, things will have greatly changed, but I am undoubtedly anxious to see how the other person has evolved into adulthood and to reminisce for a while… even for just a while… Just thinking about it makes my heart feel like it’s gone home.

I am finally going surfing as a reward for so much work I’ve accomplished this past month. I want to absorb the California sun while I can and enjoy what I was put on this earth to do!

After being out of High School for many years, there were two friends whom I had somewhat cut ties with. A falling out before graduation left the three of us on unspeaking terms until a recent encounter with ClassMates.com.

Being the stubborn person that I am, not budging after all these years was just my nature. But over time, we have begun to e-mail and call one another. One of them actually came for a visit this weekend and I have to say, the freeing feeling to forgive and be forgiven is a powerful tool.

For the first time, I am excited to receive an e-mail or letter from them. A long history with each of them, filled with fun memories makes this little reunion a welcome one. Like a heavy weight being lifted from my life, this visit has opened many doors and gives me a personal peace that I have not felt in a very long time.

I always get excited when my sister comes to visit. We are as close as twins when we’re together and as silly as children. We laugh with our bellies, and cry with our hearts. In the pool, we play like little girls. Losing all perception of real life, engaging in the purest joy in trusting someone so truily. I can’t think of a better friend or a confidant.

And although I have always looked up to her as a child, I know she looks up to me at times as an adult – the balance of time entwined with history. And when she goes away, a little part of my heart sinks with the realization of reality that awaits in life without her presence.

In the stess of it all, we are planning to take a vacation. Although I would love to go someplace fabulous like Machu Picchu or Europe, I think the most appropriate place for us at this time is Maui once again. Since we were married on Maui’s Poipu Beach, it holds a special place in my heart. Whether enjoying a lava flow in a cabana on Kaanapali beach, or snorkeling the reef of Kapalua Bay, I never feel so relaxed or pampered.

I have finally gotten the writing bug back – YAY! I was up until 2:00 am working on my book and got in 15 more pages – whew! I can’t believe I have any energy today, but the high is exhilarating!

Independance Day… I am getting excited about our BBQ party. Swimming and holiday festivities are in the air, and I love nothing more than sitting around the pool with my best of friends. Our parties always end with our lighted tiki torches, candles all around,many bottles of fine wine and laughing til it hurts.

I got an invitation from an old friend to get together before I move. I am really excited about seeing them again after all these years!

Not that selling a house & moving out of the country isn’t exciting, but I am so bored without working & just waiting for the house to sell… what a bore!

I have to choose between two different countries to relocate to. The whole idea excites me, but quickly fades away as soon as I think of the amount of work that will be involved…