This quote is on my first page...you probably saw it there...near the bottom of the page.

“As your life evolves, so should your circle.”

― Izey Victoria Odiase

When writing I like to define things just to be sure I'm focused because rabbit trails are a delicious temptation.  So what does it mean to 'evolve?'

~~~~Evolve:

• definition - to develop gradually or over a period of time.
• synonyms - grow, expand, mature, advance, unfold.

I love the idea of 'unfolding.'  It entices a feeling of something natural...something I was always supposed to become; and - suddenly - I find myself becoming!  Like the petals of an exotic flower.  Something coming into life with surprising, unseen loveliness.

If I can say anything accurately regarding my recent life, it is that my circle is truly evolving!  Even unfolding!  And what joy it is!  

• new friends
• new focus
• new rewards
• new determination

Sometimes, when it hurts to say 'goodbye' to people or things or ways we understand, the greatest relief is when the pain passes and the feet touch the floor in solid belonging again....After all, the hurt of loss or change is that we feel we don't belong any more...not like we used to; not to the same people, the same, comfortable way.  Healing brings back the sense of belonging...

...belonging to oneself...my very own gifts and talents and the celebration of them.  Not selfishly, but just in a sense of fulfilling onself by recognizing how important forgotten or negleccted gifts are and that they will lead someplace new...that place of sweet significance.

This has recently happened to me.  Suddenly, the proverbial 'bucket' that those life wish-lists are carried in...well it just tipped over and spilled my list! However, I had only one item on my 'bucket list.'  And that was to become a docent in a wonderful art museum.  And that is about to happen it appears...waiting on the background check.  And honestly, I don't recall robbing any banks or shoplifting!  Most of my life was benign.  So, it appears I am secure in that regard.

This opportunity will increase my circle in awesome ways - and it's a little scary!  Am I smart enough to learn all those painting backgrounds?  Can I recall information while on my feet with groups of people before me?  Am I equipped to inspire respect and intrigue when viewing a painting or sculpture with people I don't know?  And the age old throwback insecurity, never failing to haunt us, no matter how old me are, "Will they like me?"

Oh, 'Evolution,' if I may address you...please Burst upon me!

As I type, I'm wondering who might be reading this?  What is on your bucket list?  Is your circle enlarging, changing, inspiring you?  Will something in your bucket, carried for years, come tumbling out to surprise you in joy one day soon?  I really hope so!

Although this blog is my joy of expression, it's so often about You.  I do this hoping someone is reading it.  Few people comment or leave the little "I like this page" checkmark.  One has to wonder if readers are engaging or just passing through.  

Let's travel together...perhaps never knowing each other, but walking parallel to each other in a secret circumstance of respect and encouragement...each evolving as the powers of this great Creation pour out its vast and wonderous resources to bring us closer to our intended Being.  So, if your path gets a little murky or lonely, or in any way less than lovely, just remember...I've got your back.

Thanks for having mine.