Learning how to manage life, often means juggling between reality and our preconceived idea of how our day will go.

The best laid plans often get put aside in order for life to move forward.

Perhaps it is best to lead from this moment in time, and do the next thing that pops up.

I am getting better with life's sudden turns. 

From an open night of bike riding, to instead running errands so my husband can fix my breaks. The breaks began grinding on my route. They can't wait.  But the bike ride can.

Sometimes I plan a yoga class in the morning.

In the morning, I love the sunrise tea and silence.

I feel the need to hand stitch on a quilt.

Yoga is set aside.

I am at peace in a different way.

The week seems wide open and then opportunities arise.

An old friend wants to meet for a walk and talk. I say yes.

More often than not my head wants to plan, when actually life flows naturally.

I know when to do what brings me the most contentment or peace.

I lean towards things that fill me and add great context and color to my life.

And, I know when I need space.

Silence.

Broken by morning song birds.

Warm tea.

And fabric.

Yoga is there.  I will know when its time to go.

The bike rides will happen.

Life flows with what we love to do.

And, having a life of peace, means doing the next thing in reality.  You will know, when you have the space, the effort and the desire.

Life in reality is so incredibly alive.