Sunday, August 22, 2010

Real communities

I was so excited today to meet with a group of friends to discuss real communities: a place where people can work, live and interact within walking distance of the things that they need such as a grocery store, post office, park, doctor's offices, etc. It is a place where neighbors look out for each other; where old and young alike can live together and take care of each other; where people with disabilities can coexist in harmony because they are valued members of society. It is an exciting prospect and I look forward to creating a real community here with the hopes that my daughter can be part of it one day...and perhaps me too.
Christine K.

Saturday, August 14, 2010

PATH

I was privileged this week to be invited to a PATH. This is a way to help someone plan their life. A group of people along with the individual help them to dream big. Then, the dream is broken down into small and achievable steps. I learned about a young man who wants nothing more than to be with his friends. He dreams about a lot of jobs, but wants to experience other jobs. It was my joy to be able to share my new job with someone else who is just beginning to search for a job. As I experience this new journey, I will invite this young man along with me so he can experience it as well. Perhaps in doing this, he will find a true calling.

In fact, it was my own PATH that led me to my search for my job. Thus, my journey has made a full circle. I had a PATH that led me to a new job and new experiences. In turn, I will have the chance to help someone else with their PATH. It is amazing to take part in this and I look forward to seeing what will come next.
Christine K.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Anniversary

Today it has been exactly 14 years since I married the person who truly does make me a better person. He is my other half, my partner, my friend and my companion. I leap into the waters of life. He dips his toes. I say exactly what I think. He measures his words. I am energetic and spunky. He is laid back and calm. Without each other, we would truly not be as good as we are together.

I am so thankful for my husband and I look forward to 14 more happy years together. I could not be more blessed. He is the love of my life.
Christine K.