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To see the snow as it falls from the sky, to see the change of seasons and wonder why. To see the icicles as they glow. To see the leaves change and to see the snow. To know that something is going on, to watch the seasons change and hear people speak as though something has gone wrong. To know that time will bring a change to your face as surely as winter sets fall on the chase.

Life, like nature, is always in a state of flux. No one’s life is static. Just as nature lies dormant resting and repairing itself from the long growing season, so must we retire from our usual activities to perform a little inner renewal. When the temperature dips and the snow piles high, we hunker down in the comfort of warm clothing and slow our pace. Only the hardiest souls jog into the face of a northeaster. The frigid weather that produces icy conditions forces everybody to slow down, well anybody with a penchant for self-preservation, that is.

Understanding the change of pace. Understanding that things have been moved, not erased. Understanding that now it is time to take away what was. Understand that it is time for you to be in the now, you see. The change of season requires a new focus on reality. No you will not dress or even look the same you see. You must begin to wear more than you used to. That’s what life and change requires of you. If you go outside you have to be able to endure those elements that will assault your face. The snowflakes, the wind, those are things you can’t wave your hand and erase.

Just as nature changes her attire each season, we have to commit ourselves to change also. It’s the season to shed procrastination and envy. It’s the season for understanding your place in the world. It’s the season to protect yourself with positivity and love. Embrace your best self; it’s your season and your time has come.

Peace.

Munson Steed, Publisher
pubpage@rollingout.com

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