Curveballs

I've always been one of those people who don't believe in anything they can't see or feel. I believe in people, in love, and in friendships, but not in fate or some cosmic power making out my destiny. But, lately, something has started to shift in me. The choices I've been faced with, the completely unexpected route my life has taken has got me thinking. Every once in a while I find myself thinking "How did I get here?". I know how I got here, it all makes perfect sense, yet, it doesn't make sense at all. Do you know what I mean? I'm constantly surprised by the way my life has panned out, and I can't even imagine what lies ahead.

People often say if you have a clear vision of your future and work toward it, you will eventually get there. And I believe in visions, in dreams that take us further. But, what I've come to realize is that we don't know how to create that vision, because we can't possibly see the curveballs life has in store for us. When I think back on my dream and vision that I had 5 years ago for my present day, I can only laugh, because there is not one single thing from that vision that has come true. Except me still being alive. But, I'm not complaining. My life now is actually better than I visioned. It's completely different, but so much more fulfilling. 

I'll still be dreaming and visioning my future, but I'm starting to happily welcome those curveballs, because they often take me to a better place. Even if it is through a challenging time. I know that a beautiful life is waiting for me on the other side. Life is good.