This weekend Betsy and I celebrated our birthdays with the Braves. Every time I visit Atlanta I’m reminded how different my life could have been and how much I love what it is.
Five years ago I was moving from Atlanta. I loved living there and wasn’t ready to leave. The problem was there were no jobs for dietitians in Atlanta. After three weeks of trying to give up the idea of permanently moving south, a job in southern Georgia literally fell into my lap. After six months of living on the water I knew I never wanted to leave the coast.
Life is so interesting to me. We can try to plan, but even the best laid plans can change every time. I can’t imagine living in Atlanta again. I like visiting, but I love going home. I always miss the water, and am ready for good walk on the beach when I return.
At brunch on Saturday I was amazed at how many women were “dressed up” for breakfast. I laughed at the thought, as I used to be one of them. My hair had to be done, my clothes had to be perfect, and wore heels as much as possible. Now I wash my hair only when it needs it, love to wear flip-flops, and prefer to spend most of my time at the beach. I focus more on relationships and less on my shoes, and am able to truly see what is important in life. I’m not saying that everyone has to give up heels and move to the beach to have these realizations, but I did, and I am so grateful for it.
Until next time,
Kaycee
P.S. My favorite song today is Changes In Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes by Jimmy Buffett