I was like a little girl as I peeked out the front door at 5:30 this morning, wondering, “Has the newspaper arrived?” And then I saw it wrapped in green plastic (it rained last night). I clutched the paper in my hand, as if, it were a precious present left by Santa under the Christmas tree. I was patient, as I switched on the kitchen light moving with intention, glancing through the first section, and then the business section.
Remember when you opened Christmas presents? Were you the kind that tore the wrapping off or took your time? Anyway, I kept thumbing to the third section, and then “Viola” there on the front page was my picture in living color. “Oh My God” I screamed, grabbing my face with excitement just like I did when I was a little girl. I first checked myself out, before reading the beautiful article about my soon to be published memoir, Coming To Forgiveness. Once I stopped jumping up and down, I settled into this feeling from long ago and remembered how alive it feels to be pregnant with expectation, wonder, and excitement.
This little girl has been on a journey for almost 50 years. Most days she’s got on her big girl panties, but this morning, she was reminded how good it feels to be giddy and free.
Have you welcomed your “little girl” in your life lately? The “little girl” that is playful, fun, light, ready for the magic that always shows up? No matter what is on our plate, we always have the opportunity to invite her in…if only for a little while. Try it. I guarantee, she will put a smile on your face!!
Congratulations, darling! Your little girl should be bursting with pride and happiness right about now. :-)
Posted by: amy lenzo | 10/06/2011 at 09:39 AM
Congratulations Ro! Your words had be feeling the expectation and finally the realization of seeing yourself in print for the world to see. That in itself is freeing because you have cleansed your soul. It is a journey that some people do not complete. Congratulations on completing the journey!
Posted by: Ora Williams | 10/09/2011 at 02:45 AM
Ronita - Just want to congratulate you on finding your little girl and the state of forgiveness that you've achieved through self exploration and love of self. It's amazing what you have accomplished. Congratulations on your book and receiving an Honorable Mention at the book festivals. We are so very proud of you and your journey to wholeness. Love Delisa
Posted by: Delisa Hamilton | 06/12/2013 at 04:06 PM