The Goddess Touch: search and rescue

Alas, the universe has a way of making sure we get our fill of balance which for most of us means challenges and tests of our strength, endurance and perseverence. Such is always the case and when we overcome our stuggles, we become aware of how strong we truly are. My road to this realization filled me with tremendous faith in the powers that be.
Keep the faith. Always.

In six days I painstakingly passed through eight airports travelling close to five hours each flight. I must confess, Virgin Airlines was a rare treat and if we ever have a choice to travel on this airline again, it will be priority.

Man-made structure in San Francisco.

A natural version just down the street near Fisherman's Wharf.

I found so much encouragement in the little things to keep me going on this journey. My sister Carrie gave me the nudge to get it done.

As if angels were guiding me with messages from above ~ the clock says "don't worry."

Of course, it rained again. I was grateful to have previously visited San Francisco so I was familiar with the path I needed to follow.

Chinatown is delightful but when walking up and down the hills for hours on end, my old bones needed to rest a bit.

Lo and behold, Old St. Mary's provided the perfect place to gather my thoughts.

This was me...

The desire to know your own soul will end with all other desires. Rumi

I was given so many signs and realize I am strong because I know my weaknesses. I am wise because I have been foolish. I laugh because I have known sadness.

As I was resting, my sister Kiki and I texted a bit and she offered encouragement to keep going. It is known that every life has its dark and cheerful hours. Our level of happiness comes from choosing which to remember.

The more I help others, the more I prosper and grow. In my world, everybody wins. The cabdriver from Sudan talked with me for at least a half hour offering his wisdom as did so many people in this town. I will cherish their support.

It is not the situation that determines whether or not life is enjoyable. It is the way your choose to respond to it. This single canna lily brought me much joy. Just down the road on the sidewalk is an ingrained sunflower and as I bent to take its picture, my phone rang and my search was over.

Steve and I settled in our room at Sheraton Fisherman's Wharf then indulged in superb shakes, burgers and fries at Johnny Rockets. He requested this place as it held fond memories when his Dad took him last visit.

A single phone call brought jubilation to our family back home for they were gathered together and as if the Bears won the Superbowl, they all jumped around and cheered for the good news (baby Dillan included.)