Change at any age.

Almost three years ago I knew my transition from full fledged homemaker to newly employed working woman was taking place. I ventured into a market that was familiar to me, having been partnered with a man in the remodeling realm for 25 years. Never did I imagine where it would take ME.........

As the transition continues, I can be pulled back into that role, not by choice but because of comforts. It is familiar for all. in spite of my own ambitions during marriage, homemaking was a "job' I knew I could do. I had a lot of practice smile emoticon However, I have moved past it which can be hard for any type of mom to do, let alone in my situation.

Making the moves I have in a newly built career often comes with a price: very late nights, follow ups, fees, and forever piles of paperwork always await me. My kids wonder if I can make enough to maintain, and furthermore, find happiness in the everyday, even though I try............

Such is the life of a widow woman and single hood. There are some people, no matter how much they have, who never seem to be happy. I am not one of those. I see the silver lining in most everything; I believe in redemption and its rewards. I also know I need to act.

Somehow when we believe in God's promises, we stop working, and we start waiting. I feel the combination of action with faith, is what is required. I can't be waiting for a handout, when I need to be reaching out. Making moves. Sharpening my skills. Doing what needs to be done.

If you want something to change in your life, YOU will be the one to initiate it. I have learned I cannot wait for anyone to do it for me. I have a close confidante' in my life who helps me with wise advice and counsel, but I am the ultimate decision maker. I fail many times, but I know I have to act.......

My kids have also learned these valuable lessons over many years; they began in our early days and continued right up until death. I see things in them as they learn to live their lives, make decisions, and take some risks. Thankfully, they have my support through it all.

At middle age, I am taking more risks than I ever imagined.......