Thank you for that post.  I was just wondering this morning as I was driving - if God has a plan for all of us, why is it so difficult for (some of) us to find it? I have tried many different 'incarnations' of a creative life, and I believe I have now found - and just started - the one that fits.  So I guess that is an ephinany in itself.  Spiritually, I've certainly been around the block (many times), trying on different beliefs and ideals, but come away from them feeling suffocated or too bound.  I've only just discovered Magpie Girl (I've also been "distracted by shiny things since 1969"!!) and love what I'm finding so far.  This community could be just the thing I need this year, to propel myself along into living my dream, and keeping grounded and real at the same time.
Thank you again
Mel
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