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The Art of Change

9/26/2012

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A year has passed since I started writing. Time is behaving like a dancing water bead that can't roll off the elephant ear fast enough. If only I could watch in slow motion. But the world won't stop so my only choice is to enjoy the ride. Not to sound cliche but I am becoming more aware of how precious and fleeting it is. And by it I mean life, love, our time on the planet. I'm also aware of how fast things change. When I started this a year ago, we were fresh off our move from Texas with a brand new lease on life, cancer free (my partner) and forty (me). We left our temporary digs and started work on our new house. We've moved more times than I can count and bought and sold every step of the way, thanks in large part to our incredible luck with real estate (may it continue knock on wood) and unpacking meant, you guessed it, more change. Changing this, changing that, transforming this, everything is a project. We picked up another project, too, a little cottage, and a part time job to boot. All of which is ongoing and subject to change, of course. A friend recently said something that struck me and has become my mantra. When filling her in on what I was up to, I commented "so this is what I'm doing now. We'll see how it long it lasts." Her response was classic: "I don't really like for things to last." A woman after my beating heart. Neither do I. I'm a champion of change. I need it. I thrive on it. I embrace it. I love it. 

                  There's an art to it. I'm perfecting my brushstroke. Nothing lasts forever. You can put that on my tombstone.
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A while back I found these at ReFunked Junk in The Depot at Gibson Mill. They both pretty much say it all. However, to the one on the left, I prefer to say I start a lot of stuff.
9 Comments
Lisa G Harrington
9/26/2012 08:08:26 am

I love it! Roin, you write so beautifully, so easy to read...it flows like running water...keep it up, my beautifully talented siter...love you always & forever.

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Robin Gibson link
9/26/2012 11:03:49 am

Thank you so much, Lisa. I always wonder if it comes off in print the way it sounds in my head. And, we all know there's a lot going in that head ;-) Ha! I appreciate you taking the time to read comment. It means a lot. I love you!

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Lib Gibson
9/26/2012 09:41:33 am

Beautifully written....I couldn't have described you better. Life changes day to day; nothing lasts forever. As you have always said, " don't worry abouth things you have no control over, but move forward in a positive and creative way". You have many talents that make you so special in so many ways. I love you, Mama

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Robin Gibson link
9/26/2012 10:57:52 am

Y'all are gonna make me cry. Thank you both for beig so supportive and always cheering me on. Yes, it's true. Don't sweat the small stuff. What's the point? Or, as I like to say to Jen all the time, "we'll just get another one!" Seriously, though. The tone of this is more like "sands through the hour glass" ...man, is that clock ticking and fast. Best not let it down by sitting still and growing old before our time. Heck, no! Here's to nothing staying the same. Ever. And looking good while it changes. Love you both very much!

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Lib
9/26/2012 01:40:47 pm

Better speed up if you intend to keep up with. So much to do; so little time to do it. I have so many irons in the fire at all times; some get done, some are put on hold, some I never get around to; and always lots of loose ends. But in the end its what makes me happy and feel good (travel, always on the go, spending time with my family, etc) that count. "Sands thru the hour glass" dont stop pouring, same as the timeclock of life does not stop ticking. Enjoy every minute, explore every avenue, and make the most of this very unpredictable life. Gotta keep movin......I Love You, Mama

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Robin link
9/27/2012 04:50:44 am

I don't think I could ever keep up with you. For starters, I am terrible at packing and that would have to change. I appreciate your outlook on life. And your fashion sense :-) You make not fear getting old. Bob's a good example, too, with his Harley and head full of hair whipping in the wind. I like that you're both so hip. And I see now where I get my affinity for switching gears all the time. If it keeps me young or at least young at heart I'm all for it. I, too, have a lot of loose ends. I will do my best to enjoy every minute and keep moving. I love you, too!

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Sandra Scialabba
10/1/2012 03:17:09 am

Wow, look at the bonding I miss out on when I don't keep up with facebook! I'm glad I saw your post, which led me here. I think we have an amazing family full of amazing talents! Robin you certainly are the one that will keep us in the public eye with all your talents! Mine are much more hidden. I love you and our family! Sandra

Lib Gibson
10/30/2012 05:42:20 am

I am truly blessed to have such a wonderful, talented, beautiful family. I love being with each of you and having you treat me as if I were your age and wanting to travel, shop, dine,etc with me.While on our recent trip to Daytona Beach Fl., I asked Sandra if she thought of me as being too old to enjoy traveling or shopping with. I know I have the years, but somehow I cannot wrap my mind around my age....I still enjoy doing fun things, and doing them with my family. I appreciate that ya'll treat me as one of you and make no excuses for my age. Also I pray that I will never disappoint you as I grow OLDER and that you will always want me around. (It isn't always the case where adult children want to spend time with their parents and have fun, and for that I am truly thankful.) We are unique....I love you all. Momma (PS. Sandra said she still enjoys being the ONLY child on vacations with us) & we are not to old to have a good time.

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Robin link
11/5/2012 04:28:50 am

This coming from a 73 yr old who said on a bus in Denver that she'd have to give up the "Senior" seat when a Senior got on.... Something tells me we don't have anything to worry about with you ;-) Besides, Lisa already told you she was going to put you throw you in the car, put you on a scooter, and take you EVERYWHERE she goes! And don't worry, I'll make sure the scooter is fashionable with glitter, flags, a ringing bell and whatever else it needs to be Hip and Fabulous. But again that's lightyears away from where you are now. You never cease to amaze me with your ability to think, feel, and act young. I am learning from the best not to let age slow me down. And I'm like you in that I don't think I'll ever not care what I look like, or how I dress. Your penchant for cute sandals and leather flip flops even in the dead of winter because you don't like the looks of orthapeadic shoes is refreshing! We want you around because you're fun to be around and frankly I don't know any different. We don't make excuses for your age because there's no need to! You don't act it whatever "it" is. I'm grateful for the times we share, the fun we have, the trips we take, but lets make one thing clear: Sandra need not get used to traveling alone and getting special treatment. She is most definitely NOT an only child! And, hey, if anyone gets special treatment it's me. After all, I'm the child omitted from the wooden family sign made right after Robert was born who had to be "inserted" after the fact in a tiny font... and the one who ALWAYS had the smallest stocking... not making this up just stating facts ;-) Just kidding, I've had a fantastic life full of travel as a child and as an adult courtesy of adventerous parents who remain young at heart despite the number of years they have between them... I honestly don't think anyone has the ability to wrap their mind around their age. The difference is some people find themselves defeated by it, regardless. I don't think that will ever happen to me. Because it certainly hasn't happened to you. Thank you for setting positive age appropriate examples for how to live your best life and enjoy it. We are all of those things you said: unique, wonderful, talented, beautiful... hee ok I'll stop. I love you!!!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts on here! P.S. Jen said you have a way with words and you just don't know it... maybe you should start a blog, too!

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