Lesson learned

Taking a break at Buck-buck, sipping their new Milktea cream frappé, browsing through the brochures that I've just collected from the vendors on Portland Street. Grohe, Kohler, Toto, etc....

Learned another valuable lesson today - trust my instincts, and do not, ever, doubt the presence of the Divine. And, nevermind what other people say.

Despite my unwillingness to take a break from teaching, somehow, circumstances came to a point where I had to take the summer off. I was a bit reluctant at first, and the thought of not having anything concrete to do was slightly depressing. It all came clear now, and I finally come to truly appreciate how the Divine has everything all laid out for me.

The initial reactions: anger, betrayal, and disbelief, were short-lived. My damage-control mode kicked in almost as immediately as reality sank in, and I was able to rationalize the situation and begin moving forward right away.

And now that possible damages have been contained, I'm able to take a slight step back to analyze the whole situation a bit more thoroughly, to look into the why's and what and how's.

It's no big deal afterall. I'm still here, happy and healthy. Hubby, the kids, Lolita, are all good. It's just a little complication to an otherwise simple renovation, that's all. Nothing is lost, except a friendship that I would've treasured. But well, if it's not meant to be. What the hell.

This wasn't too bad a thing afterall, honestly. If it weren't for this, I wouldn't have realized how lucky and blessed I am. Lucky to be able to see through the ordeal and to walk away from it without nothing more than a scratch. Blessed with the intelligence to let go and move on, and not to lose sleep over such a small nuisance.

I am truly grateful for this lesson learned, as this will only make me a stronger and wiser person.

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