Seedplanter’s Porch

I was going to post something witty or profound (I’m kidding), but thought I’d take a break from the usual lens talk to say what’s really on my mind. After all, Seedplanter’s Porch claims it’s a place to take “time out to breathe and reflect.” Seems only fitting I should do both.

First the breath.

That felt good.

Now the reflective part.  I’m loving Squidoo. I’m loving the helpful lensmasters who’ve stepped in to point this dense newbie in the right direction so many times, I’ve lost count.

I’m enjoying the freedom to take an idea, expand on it, add photos or digital art, and toss it out there for public consumption. Then on to the next lens. It feels like I’m finally gaining momentum, which most creative types will agree is a very good place to be.  Momentum is good. It carries me along like a leaf bobbing in a stream. I like how it makes me feel…satisfied. Full. Eager to tackle the next project.

Something happened two weeks ago, though, that slowed my momentum.. I felt like all my creative cells had shriveled. I couldn’t even send tweets, if you can believe that.

Like many employees in these hard economic times, my husband learned that he’ll soon be out of work. The company where he has served as operations director is folding. So much for job security; it’s like sifting sand. Here today…gone tomorrow. With unemployment rates at the highest in fifteen years in our area, it doesn’t sound hopeful. But…

Many years ago, we went through another company closure. And regardless of how shocking it feels, we’re firm believers in this: When God closes one door, he opens another. My natural reaction is to ask, “But WHEN?” Experience teaches that sometimes the details are not for us to know…not yet, anyway.

We are braced for a long wait. Yes, it’s scary. Yes, it’s interrupting my sleep. But I refuse to give in to despair.

The news sidetracked me, but you know what? I’m more determined than ever to keep on task and crank those lenses out. I’m working on blogs and articles, and I’ve got my sights set on lens #50. Think I’ll make it? Then it’s on to #100.

If you want to send Attagirls (chocolate is encouraging, too, even in digital form), I’m all ears. If you want to send a prayer up on our behalf, all the better. Bless you.

So that’s my Friday update…the real one. Now, on to the next lens…

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