As 2014 began, I found myself lost in the world. I was closing the book on several parts of my past life. While mourning the tragic loss of my father to suicide, I walked through my days repeating this somewhat morbid phrase over and over: No mans work is worth his life. And as I learned how to say goodbye, I also walked away from my lifes dream of owning or partnering in a restaurant. I poured my blood sweat and tears in to a few very rewarding years of living out that dream. I also closed the book on a relationship that brought my beautiful daughter into this world..... So as I began to rebuild, I welcomed some new and beautiful things into my life. I said goodbye to a handful of people who masqueraded as my friends.... But I also said hello to some new amazing people. I rekindled relationships with some who had fallen by the wayside, as well. And for those who understood and respected my radio-silence, or lack of communication, thank you. Thank you for remaining steadfast while i found new direction. 2014 was a year filled with many hardships....but many more rewards. I regained my passion for cooking while working a brief stint for one of the citys most talented culinary minds. I explored my passion for mathematics involved in my professional life. I shared many shining moments with my beautiful daughter... I also became her personal manicurist! I learned how to laugh again with the people that I love. I discovered the healing power of dancing in my kitchen late at night with my best friend. I ate some incredible food. I danced naked in the rain. I went back home to St. Louis to discover what I knew was there the whole time! Home. So as life has changed, I am prepared to welcome the new year with my own personal health and happiness. I have a strong and beautiful woman by my side. I have a loving and compassionate mother, who inspires me to be a great parent. I have an amazing little girl who challenges me to love others with the eyes and innocence that only a child can know. Yep. Im ready to go forward into the new year. And will do so with my head held high and my arms around the ones that I love...... and will always remember that that gas pedal is on the right. Time to stomp on it. Happy New Year, All!!!!
Posted on: Wed, 31 Dec 2014 18:00:29 +0000