As promised, today I took the time to celebrate GREEN. I know, I know. I'm a day late. Better late than never though, right? I blame the slowness of time in Jamaica. Having been there a week, surely I'm allowed to lose a day? No? Well, still, better late than never.
Today, in celebration of GREEN I wore the green eyeshadow that I picked up two years ago for my big St. Patrick's day/housewarming party. I don't wear it often as it's a bright colour and in order to wear it, one must really be prepared to be bright!
As I was applying this colour to my eyelids, I couldn't help but think back to the day that Hawk, BFF & I were prepping for the party two years ago. We were filled with excitement and love. Not only were we ready to have a great party, we were each filled with the promise of the year ahead as we each tackled extremely new life paths. Friends bonded by the challenges of life.
Two years later, I reflect back over the paths taken beyond that night with a sense of wonderment and, I can't lie, with a touch of sadness, for much has changed. BFF is no longer right around the corner and connecting now means more planning. There are days I wish she were closer so I could pop buy for tea as I once used to. It's also moments like these in which I wonder how Hawk is doing. She's chosen a new path, a path that finds the two of us in very different worlds. Much to the exasperation of those closest to me, I still wonder how Hawk is doing and pause to reflect upon how and why our paths diverged as they did. Whatever others may say, I still miss her.
But today's moment isn't about the sadness of now, but the warm fuzzy memory that came to me as I applied the green eyeshadow this morning. It reminded me of two very beautiful, strong, intelligent ladies. It reminded me of the importance of friendships and love. And, it also reminded me of how delicate relationships can be.
All the more reason to celebrate the relationships in my life.
All the more reason to send a little extra love to those I can.
All because, I put on the GREEN eyeshadow this morning. It's funny how things work sometimes!
Moments that sneak up on you at the strangest time.
Moments that remind of the beauty, the depth and the delicacy of life, love and relationships.
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