Things I Have Learned

I have learned that it's OK to feel whatever I feel.I have learned that it's better to follow my intuition than to ignore or doubt it.I have learned that living close to the Earth gives me the greatest sense of joy and gratitude.I have learned that learning is a nonstop, lifelong process.I have learned the art of editing: what is to be shared publicly; what is to be kept private.I have learned that this too shall pass.I have learned that everyone is my mirror.I have learned the importance of being lusciously lazy, doing nothing, relaxing and staying in my pajamas all day on occasion.I have learned to soften, to listen more carefully, to pay attention to more of the precious details—the butterflies on the path, the buzz of a hummingbird's zoom, the baby scorpion on the wall, the little girl's voice, the voice of my own inner knowing.I have learned that I am love.I have learned to be more loving.I have learned to bake fantastic cookies.I have learned to fry plantains.I have learnt the differences between British English and American English.I have learned not to go to emotional extremes (as often).I have learned to trust in the unfolding.I have learned to be more patient.I have learned to hold on to some things and let go of others.I am always learning.