Things aren't always so smooth
As I watched the Arno rush by the sides of the river wall, one rough movement after another, I had a thought. Relationships start out like this. It's smooth for awhile and there are rough patches that make you wonder it could be over or taking a detour, perhaps slowing down to develop more momentum in the end or slowing down because there is an obstacle in the path that needs to be shoved out so new, fresh water can enter and circulate.
But at the end of the Arno, it comes to a point where the water empties into the same resource. Things in life can't ever go smoothly because if they did how could we enjoy what the obstacles make us see what we are capable of doing. The potential we have to become great, amazing creative people. This is what keeps me visualizing the Arno as it rushes through Florence and gives off a sensation that things are possible. You can't lose when you try something new for the first time. Let it be a relationship, a job or a new path to take home. You will always end up where you need to be. There has to be bumps and sharp curves in life that aid in our growth, and by experience, it is ALL worth it! But there are times I ask myself, is it all worth it? Should I take the chance and open up to a new opportunity? I realized, it is always up to me. I most likely always take the chance.
Nothing I've done, conquered, loved, persevered, chosen to do in my life, I've never regretted. All the pain was worth it when a love was lost, all the disappoint in not getting the perfect job, all the anguish when you can't seem to find your place in life. After all of those feelings pass, what you are left with is Strength. Strength that no one can take from you because YOU obtained that strength from what you put your heart, mind and soul into overcoming. Strength that lives within you, no one will ever know or understand how strong you are. So what you must do is RADIATE IT in every day life. Don't harbor it inside, people need to see strength to gain it themselves. Be grateful for your strength and pass it along.
I am stronger than ever right now because everything I have done up to this point (in 29 years) I have achieved by pure will and the confidence that anything I put my mind to, will manifest. And here I am. With the encouragement, love and support from friends and family is not forgotten either, they are my stronghold when I falter. I'm loved first and foremost by me. I'm happy because of me! Everything I find and what enters my life along the way, I've gained something. I gained wisdom, strength and courage(and much more) to move forward with all that I have to offer and share to the world. My written word. My outlook on life. My photography. All has brought me to this point and I'm forever grateful for it all.
I'd like to thank Katie for that. 
My gorgeous Flower that woke up this morning!
a presto amici!
You are a remarkable woman and you deserve everything your heart desires! Thank you for being my voice of reason when the negative thoughts in my head try to manifest themselves and hold me back!
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I can't wait either hun!
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