Recent life struggles always point out a flaw in our thinking. I just learned (1) that I need to focus on the blessings that I can see NOW and pull in the reins on the things that I would like to see. (2) I cannot force intentions, no matter how well meaning, on another person. That sounds contradictory for a person who teaches intentional living, but peering too intently into the future causes you to not see what simply is.
My only daughter is moving to Chicago soon and in the planning of the move, I became so focused on what I wanted to see for her (a large apartment overlooking the lake; free parking; perfect commute to work etc) that I ended up taking away her joy in finding a small apartment in a great neighborhood that she liked with a 1/2 mile walk to work. These were all things that she wanted. I acted as if I were moving and chose the things that I would like to have and failed to see that I was ruining her vision for herself.
I have now recovered and stopped to take a deep breath (all realizations start with a deep breath) cleared my future focus and thanked God for the blessings she has (a wonderful new job; a new life; a great neighborhood; friends; and hope). Thank you, God for another life lesson.
Love and light!
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