I enjoyed teaching in a Mennonite School and a Public School and felt I was placed in the right position to help others as they helped me. Now as I shifted away from teaching and am starting my writing career, I find God has continued to guide me through my journey.

Although my days may seem less-structured from teaching full-time; I am blessed to make my own schedule. Each day I set-goals to: pray, help my aging father, contact family from a distance, walk my dog, eat healthy (most of the time), write, read, cook, run errands, clean, volunteer at the Humane Society, or whatever the need may arise.

I realize not everyone may have the same opportunities as me or want to live the way I do. That is fine. For myself, I am grateful to be where I am in a safe and loving home in a caring community. My son and I do like to travel and go on day trips or weekends. Getting away helps us learn more about other people and places– while still appreciating our hometown.

While getting out more, I find I am listening better to: friends, family and stranger’s stories. We all have so much in common and experience many of the same feelings. I am on God’s time, if possible. I arrive places when the time is right. If I am running an errand or have an appointment, I stop and visit longer especially when someone really needs to share something on their hearts and minds.

Unfortunately, not everyone is able to change their career or life directions if they have this desire. Life is a gift and cherish what you do. Sometimes the same career and routine works well for some, while others may dream for change. It is all good–just do what makes you happy.