Flying in the valley

I am having a day that even the best chocolate or champagne can't fix. Ever have one of those? Actually it is turning into a very long week. Even my walk on the beach yielded nothing. When I looked out over the ocean all I saw was water. Okay, I know that the ocean is a huge amount of water. But usually I see infinite possibilities, feel inspiration, peace and yes hope.

I found this quote about hope that will make it to my bathroom mirror tonight.

To sit patiently with a yearning that has not yet been fulfilled, and to trust that, that fulfillment will come, is quite possibly one of the most powerful "magic skills" that human beings are capable of. It has been noted by almost every ancient wisdom tradition.

Elizabeth Gilbert

I need to find that trust my desires will be come to fruition. That is very difficult for me. I am used to making things happen. Patience is not something I am good at and I have had plenty of practice. I know, I know, this, too, shall pass and hopefully quickly. I know I am supposed to be enjoying the journey and learning the lessons. Maybe I am too focused on the happy ending that I so richly deserve.

I am in what Iyanla Vanzant calls in the valley. A sister girlfriend of mine calls it the wilderness. Her advice is to read Exodus about Moses and the people fleeing Egypt. I need to read that again. If God can part the sea for an entire population of people, He can surely fix my stuff.

I have been here before and I have come out of the valley many, many times. This is just another trip. I will get to the mountain top or at least to the mountain. I know I will. I need to realize this for what is it and when the time is right spring forward in celebration with chocolate and champagne.