Out of the Ordinary

 Lately I've been hearing and reading about purpose; gifts we offer to our world. 

I've got to say though, that  lately my past seems more dominant than my present.  Perhaps it's time for me to be introspective, perhaps this time in my life is a mysterious new beginning? I wish I knew. (However we are in Mercury retrograde!!!)

In the past, I devoted most of my adult life to teaching.  Even though I didn't have a teaching degree, I taught. I was a good teacher and truly cared for each student. When I entered my little classroom,  I felt the switch in roles. I went from Peggy, to Ms. Peggy, there was a huge difference. I "became" the teacher and I believe I taught with love, compassion, understanding and determination.  After about twenty-five years, I knew it was time to call it a day and take the Ms. Peggy hat off. I wasn't sad,  because I knew it was over, I was ready. Let's say it was bitter sweet ending of a long chapter in my life . 

Then there is my love of beauty. It has always been a love of mine. Beauty in every area, on every level. Specifically, in my world, I've always wanted to be surrounded with beauty.  When I saw that a realtor was looking for someone to stage client's homes I jumped on it!  The first time I staged we were on our way to a consultation with a client. I was nervous and unsure. As we pulled up to the house I immediately knew what was needed to make the house shine for potential buyers. Again, it was the feeling of transforming into another person who knew exactly what to do. It was amazing, and I think I was pretty good.

Just like everything in life, that too ended, and again, I knew it was time.

Now? My passion? My purpose? Other than loving, caring for, learning about, and respecting my dogs, I don't see a purpose. 

However I am passionate about trying to change what is happening to my country. But I am such a tiny part of this giant country of mine. And I can't find any sort of organized resistence. 

This dark, political cloud that hovers over our country now has caused me to think beyond my five senses. That, and of course the fact, if lucky, I have about fifteen years left, give or take a few. 

So, there is a nationwide march one day away. I'll be there!

I'm in the process of making my own sign with a sad Lady Liberty which will say, "Dear World, we are so sorry."

There ya have it! Thoughts, words, ramblings. Stay aware, always move towards love and be kind to animals!

And the song below? It's for my sweet dog, Elliot. He truly is the light of my life.