The grace that came with the dramatic change in our lives was learning the wisdom of accepting that which cannot be changed, focusing on things that uplifted us, and savoring the change that occurred deep within both of us.

We knew clearly what we valued, and as we began living our values, we experienced the joy that comes with living in integrity with our values. Our thoughts, our words, and our actions were reflecting that which was most important to us. What a blessing that experience was for us. What grace.

The danger for all of us when we are in crisis is that the stress of the situation has the potential to feel so great that anxiety, depression, and despondency can easily take over. But, in these times of change, there is also an opportunity, and the opportunity is one of metamorphosis. Just as the caterpillar becomes encased in a chrysalis in which it actually liquefies before emerging as a graceful, beautiful butterfly, we too have to die to our old life. For only then can we make the transition from the person we were to the self of authentic wisdom, compassion, and true strength.

With greatest love and respect for you, Donna Daisy