Birthday Dreams

It’s my 44th birthday today.

Being in a foreign country on my own to celebrate it has mixed blessings, I'm finding.

There are many times on this journey that I've felt very alone, and other times when I've felt deeply connected to this chaotic and beautiful thing we can humanity and the universe.

Today, I feel both simultaneously. What a wonderful koan or riddle to feel opposites occurring at once within yourself.

I've dreamed some dreams for my next year that I want to record for posterity's sake and to refer back to as the year unfolds.

I wish to get my sommelier certification as well as begin building businesses that attract clients and customers who appreciate honesty, creativity, innovation, and integrity.

I wish to face change, both simple and dramatic, with bravery and integrity.

I wish to be close to those dear to me.

I wish to be healthy in mind, body, and spirit.

I wish to be gentle with myself and grow my tolerance and compassion for others.

I wish for space to be creative.

I wish to see the everyday beauty in the world and draw inspiration from it to become a better person.

Your support in these dreams would be the best birthday present I could possibly wish for.