I said my first farewell last night to Amber. We have spent so much time together over the past few months, creating our dance piece, Re:Union which premiered last night. The timing of our collaboration was perfect. Now we are all going in different, life-changing directions but we remain connected. The bond of dance is strong so I know we'll continue to be a part of each others journeys. It isn't easy to say goodbye. The words are difficult and the emotions are strong and mixed with feelings of sadness and excitement. Kind of like my part in Re:Union, Joy & Sorrow from The Prophet. You cannot know one without the other.
This week will be full of visits with friends and family. I'm looking forward to these moments because they tend to be filled with robust and honest conversations. It will be my last week at work and while it will be difficult to leave CWF, I know it is time for me to move on and for others to pursue their new paths there. I will never forget my time at CWF. It has been four and a half years filled with learning, challenges, and many personal and professional successes.
Leaving is also difficult for me because I have such limited knowledge about what I am walking into. I like to have a plan and as my brother said tonight, ten contingency plans as well. I must say that I have been quite obsessed with packing for this trip over the past week. It might be that this is one thing I can control at the moment, so I'm overdoing it with the packing planning. I know I won't do it perfectly but I am doing it the best way I can. (Sometime before I leave, I will post my packing list since I've found others' lists so helpful.)
For me, this experience is a lesson in accepting the unknown. Today, our yoga instructor spoke of letting go, and knowing that if we are confident in our path, our destiny will occur without any effort.
You have done a great job researching and preparing. Relax, try to stay present, and enjoy the time with friends and family. You are in my thoughts. You are loved!
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