Sliding Doors

"Sliding Doors" is one great film.  It shows the leading character's different fates if she had missed a train or caught a train one morning.  It's funny how incredible decisions are.  When I think about how different my life would have been had I moved to New York City last year, I feel a little overwhelmed.  I'm the type of person that no matter which decision I make, I feel like I am missing out.  But that is such a ridiculous thought, because in doing that, we are actually distancing ourselves from being in the moment.  And really, each choice leads to mysterious and delightful journeys, with surprises, challenges, and unique characters along the way.  Plus,  As my best friend Ercilia reiterates, "Anna, you are such a lucky person, you have an amazing family who supports you financially and emotionally, so stop saying you are fat and depressed because you have opportunities!"  It's nice to have someone checking in on me from time to time.  She is an amazingly loyal friend.  

But in all seriousness, it's a wonderful life.  Colorful, rich, magical, and enticing.  And I do have a few goals upon my return to the US from Scotland.  Try to volunteer regularly, be more active in the arts, and check up on myself and how I am doing more often!  Saying no, being more assertive, and minimizing my mood swings, are just a FEW ways I can take care of myself! :)

Time for lunch.

Annabobonana

"We need to find God, and he cannot be found in noise and restlessness.  God is the friend of silence.  See how nature- trees, flowers, grass- grows in silence; see the stars, the moon and the sun, how they move in silence...We  need silence to be able to touch souls." - Mother Teresa