Spiritually Speaking

I love the way the universe works.

I've learned that Candlemass or Imbolg if you follow the Celtic wheel, is a special time for me. Around that time things happen. Period. God and god get my attention. Maybe it's because I'm a fire sign or maybe it’s a past life memory. Maybe I'm just sensitive to changing energies. Maybe it's special to everyone and they don't notice, or don't share.

A few weeks ago I realized I had to work on Febrary 2. I briefly considered taking a vacation day but decided it was silly to use up a vacation day just because it was Candlemass. Although I'd always prefer to spend that day quietly I figured I might as well work a double and cover for a friend on second shift who wanted off. Shortly afterward that same friend asked me to go to NYC with her on that day. I reminded her that I was covering her shift and she told me that someone else was working it. I figured what the heck...and took vacation. I wouldn't necessarily be having a quiet day...but I'd be outdoors much of it and choosing some beautiful beads from the bead shops…and I love NYC. Many find it a dark place but I find it a city of light.

Things have changed, quickly!

Now Jeff's dad is in the hospital. I was concerned that I shouldn't be leaving town for the day and wondered if I should cancel. It turns out that my friend is not feeling well and wants to postpone our trip. I am not going to NY and I am not going to work because I took a vacation day to go to NY! I won't be a 45 minute drive and a 90 minute train ride away from my father-in-law and I will have my quiet and brightly reflective day after all.

I love the way the universe works!