My life thus far has had many unexpected twists and turns, some welcome and some not so welcome. I've been on paths I never thought I would travel. Sometimes the choice was clear and other times I just needed to close my eyes and follow my gut. If I listen to my gut instinct, I make the right (but not necessarily the easy) choice. During difficult times, I remind myself that out of the darkness will come the light of spring. I take many deep breaths waiting for spring to arrive.