Summer Solstice

On this very beautiful day, my Gamma Daughter and I traveled to Michigan. We woke up very early the next morning to catch our bus that would take us to Michigan from Chicago. Since she and I do not really see each other, it was logical that neither of us were really quite during our bus ride. I hope we did not annoy people with our very interesting conversations about the Empowerment of Women of Distinction. After being on the bus for about four hours, we finally arrived in Michigan and easily found our way to the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor campus where a Beta Chapter Sister expected our arrival. It was a great feeling to realize that you have a big familia no matter where you go. With open arms she welcomed us into her office and even introduced us to some of her coworkers. One of her coworkers even took the time to tell us of touristy places that we could visit to familiarize and acquaint ourselves with Beautiful Ann Arbor. Honestly, the minute I set foot on campus and on the city, I FELL IN LOVE. It was something I could not explain because I did not come with a purpose to Michigan, I just came to visit. In fact, the University of Michigan Museum of Art is where it all began. Thanks to my partner in crime, my Daughter Vilina!, my week of Empowerment began while observing the exhibitions in the museum. For instance, the Lotus Relief grows from murky depths and blossoms "majestically above the surface of the water. Buddhist believe that like the Lotus, the human mind can develop the virtues of the Buddha and transcend desires and attachments to reveal its essentially pure nature" (Buddhist Exhibition, University of Michigan Museum of Art). It is such a powerful quote because we can so much when we make use of all of our talents. We should all strive to live for something and transcend our desires to become those dreams we make into a reality. When we do not have a reason to define our existence, that is when we get lost in our reality and see nothing more than a plain and simple life. However, we can all lead and live simple, humble lives with a purpose. Earlier this year 2011 I did not understand nor yet realize my purpose for being on this earth. After reading a book that changed my life, God revealed himself to me by revealing my purpose for my life: to lead a humble life by empowering people to become the best person they can be for themselves and for the planet. Then tonight I received another wake up call: defend your dreams, thoughts, goals, and beliefs to the fullest. Tonight I was able to share some of my deepest thoughts with a friend who believes in me and encouraged me to fight the good fight. I will not lie, I kind of gave up on myself and did not see myself going beyond what I already know. The fear of the unknown definitely gave way to me giving up on my heart's truest desires. I laughed and cried about my unusual situation, but I hope that no matter how or near I am, I will have your support. I'm scared, but like a great friend told me, courage kicks in when you go through with something when you are scared. So today I encourage to have faith and courage to follow your heart's truest desires.