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wndsrfn
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11 years ago

New Adventures

Wow. Who would think that this adventure would open up so many more. I have begun a Certificate IV in Design (Photography) which I am enjoying and taking my time and who knows where it will take me. This I would def not be doing if not for the roller coaster ride I've been on. Today was one of those - omg - things are going to be ok. I have a pianola that I have always wanted to give some tlc and today finally went to the place to speak about it. What an amazing hour that only ended because I had an appointment with the hairdresser to get in before the chemo does. I spoke with a wonderful guy who showed me all about the pianolas and in a random flippant comment by myself I said 'you need an apprentice'. The next comment was 'they no good'. I said 'what about a mature age one'. To my surprise he said 'what are you doing today'. So from there he said he'd think about it. I felt really good positive, even if nothing comes from it it was an amazing experience. So tomorrow he will come and see what is needed on my pianola and who knows what the universe will throw at me for my next adventure. But I know I am now not going to say no to any opportunity in anything I'm interested in. And I think I'd make a great piano pianola restorer have always been interested in doing hands on activities and working in my other job part time plus photography I maybe busier but less stressed. Weird. Sometimes you just need a gentle push to have a decent look at where our life is taking us. I guess some are more stubborn and need a decent shove and looks like I've had one of them. At least puts me in a great mindset for the second (halfway) point of my chemical treatment. Never say no and talk to as many people as you can.
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    KM_2075
    Member
    11 years ago

    Great post.  While I am not contemplating a career change I feel much more open to new possibilities and positive about whatever comes next.  While it is each day as it comes as I get ready for surgery and what ever treatments go after that I do appreciate the little things much more.  A random call from a friend, an unexpected chat to someone while shopping, the leaves turning red can make your day.  And negative experiences seem easier to let go of now, life is too precious to dwell on the negatives.  BC has given me the nudge to shift gears and as you say mindsets.  Good luck with the pianola restoration experience, your photography and your future treatments.  Sounds like you will be wonderfully busy.  Enjoy.

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    KM_2075
    Member
    11 years ago

    Great post.  While I am not contemplating a career change I feel much more open to new possibilities and positive about whatever comes next.  While it is each day as it comes as I get ready for surgery and what ever treatments go after that I do appreciate the little things much more.  A random call from a friend, an unexpected chat to someone while shopping, the leaves turning red can make your day.  And negative experiences seem easier to let go of now, life is too precious to dwell on the negatives.  BC has given me the nudge to shift gears and as you say mindsets.  Good luck with the pianola restoration experience, your photography and your future treatments.  Sounds like you will be wonderfully busy.  Enjoy.