Pen to Paper

Hard to believe it's been almost three years since I last wrote. I have had it in my heart for a few weeks now to begin posting again and it took just a lil something extra today that finally brought me here. A new soul has appeared on my life's path. I find his company refreshing, invigorating, and slightly addicting, and today he encouraged me to share my love of writing with others- a statement that rang so true I could not continue to write in silence. I may not always have something fascinating to say or I may not say it in the best way possible but bottom line is that I do have a lot of words itching at the tip of my fingers. From pen to paper, or keys to screen, writing doesn't have to be that difficult. It is the lack of conviction and decision to just do it that keeps me away sometimes. But here I am, no longer wanting to dwell on my 3 year absence but very excited to reenter the wonderful world of blogging.
My love for life is apparent in my inability to sit still or hold tight to any schedule for long periods of time. I can't be held down and I have a yearning inside of me to be around people. I'm constantly looking for adventures and new ways to experience the 24 hours we get to live over and over for years until our deaths. This week I was able to both meet new people and have an experience unlike any other. I entered Beulahland, a place of art, new friends, and blossoming beauty. Located in the rolling green hills of upstate NY this small summer art festival happened upon me through a friend and given the opportunity to forget myself and work I went. The night began with a feast of delicious food inside an old barn house, carried us away with live Russian folk music on the lawn, and lit the night sky with our floating candles and toasty bonfire. I didn't know it but my soul was hungry. I woke this morning with a smile on my face and a fullness in my heart. Connecting with others and moving out of my comfort zone to learn and create is a full meal and I ate every piece on my plate.
I do believe it is important to feed our souls. Not just by doing what we love but letting others in our lives, and allowing ourselves to experience places and things that we have absolutely no control over. We truly can grow and become better people when we gather, unwind, and share a little about ourselves.