- In with the new, out with the old
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Yesterday during services, the minister had the young children come up to the front to talk about the meaning of Easter. One little boy said, Easter is about "in with the new, out with the old" and another child close by who was too shy to move to the front murmured to his mother, "oh, that's why it's in spring when things grow." Amazing how kids can say it so simply ... so clearly, so concisely. At the moment, it made me reflect on my own life and the lives of those I love ... and the magic and tragic in my life ... past, present ... and well, who knows what comes tomorrow.
On the way to my dear friend's home for dinner, I thought about work and all the changes ... the transformation of our business into a bolder, bigger, better business. I thought about rebirth and renewal. I thought about the excitement of it and the anxiety and uncertainty of what's ahead. I realized I love change for the thrill and excitement it brings, but also because it calls upon me to believe, to have faith, to go for something with all my might and that's what I am about to do.
I accepted a new position within my department, working on consumer-facing communications. New territory ... new ways of thinking and being. Great timing, given this is the season for "in with the new."
So, do tell, what's new with you?
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About Susan Julien-Willson
I enjoy attending writing/marketing/advertising seminars and conferences for the inspiration and motivation they provide and I also love participating in a monthly writing group and a book club. On weekends, I am frequently found in the poetry/fiction/business/music sections of Schuler Books, my fave local bookstore, or reading magazines and sipping coffee in their café. You can also look for me on weekends at my family cottage in the summer or movie theaters or the mall in the winter. Evenings and weekends, you might spot me out walking when the weather is warm and sunny, or at the Alticor fitness center a few times a week. I love clothes and jewelry as an expression of my personal style. Because I tend to spend most of my time working, working out, or writing poetry, I don?t do the extent of volunteer work I?d like to, but I have a long list of favorite charities I support, including Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Easter Seals, American Cancer Society, Hospice of Michigan, Gilda's Club, and Habitat for Humanity.