Regrets or Rewards?

by Angelwingstofly

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Here I am, 40 years old and not sure how I got here. Funny how life can just carry you like a river if you let it. It is so easy to let others make life changing decisions for us. When you finally wake up, do you stay in the life you have or do you make changes that will change all those around you? If you stay, how do you get the courage to get up in the morning and have a smile on your face? If you choose to leave, how can you look at yourself in the mirror and know you caused all the hurt and destruction around you? Is there a middle ground somewhere? I hope so because that is the road I have decided to take. I will work on myself and not hurt the people that love me and that I truly love too. I am only afraid someday in the future I will be filled with regret for not following my dreams. Is it enough to see the smiles on those around me? I hope so.

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  1. Regrets or Rewards?

    Saint Chuck's Buddy Icon Saint Chuck

    Posted 4 months ago

    The last question is great, it kind of sums up the whole thing, but also shows some apprehension. Nice work.
    LoA

  2. Regrets or Rewards?

    THX 0477's Buddy Icon THX 0477

    Posted 4 months ago

    Tough sentiment…whether to be abjectly selfish and spirit yourself away to “find yourself” or soldier through a life you didn’t expect or plan for the sake of others. Both come with regrets, so that middle road probably is the best bet.

  3. Regrets or Rewards?

    flute faerie's Buddy Icon flute faerie

    Posted 4 months ago

    Hmmm, interesting question. I’d say the middle road would be my choice.

  4. Regrets or Rewards?

    A. Muse Morrington's Buddy Icon A. Muse Morrington

    Posted 4 months ago

    Balance and hope are the middle ground. The people who love you will stand there with you. The middle is the right choice…

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