I'm feeling a bit melancholy this evening. Change is not something I'm use to. I've been use to plotting my own course in life. I can't remember a time when I wasn't taking care of someone - held responsible. Not a complaint at all - things are different now. When I boil my life down, I realize that I have no one to worry about - no one to care for - other than myself - and my crazy dog, Lainey. Sure, I have three daughters - but they are all grown up and doing their thing. That's good. The point is I don't have to worry about where I'll find the money to feed them or clothe them. I just don't have those things to worry about any longer. I knew this day would come. I just didn't realize how totally disoriented I would feel.

With that said, I've made some decisions to move forward with my life - in a new and exciting way. For once, I can focus on the path I walk on - and not have to concern myself with much else. I'll walk side-by-side with the one I love, and explore - lands unknown - unfamiliar places - together. It's strange - very strange - to realize that everything I've done in my life up to this point has merely been a precursor to all that's yet to come. I know - vague - but I'm unsure of my footing - unaware of my bearings - but I'm certain when I call upon my life experiences, I'll find my way.

In the meantime, Lainey and I have some work to do. We need to make preparations. We need to make plans. We need each other. I wouldn't have it any other way.

My Favorite Photo tonight is very special to me. Be sure to take a look.

Listening to: Hold On - Santana

One of My Top Five Favorites of All Time