A large winter storm hit today. It was unexpected and caused a lot of accidents. Having grown up in Northern Canada, I'm very aware of "black ice" and how deceptive a dry looking road can be. Most people on the road were driving slower than the speed limit and being very cautious. There are always those who are in a hurry and end up causing accidents. One of the first things I remember learning in Driver's Education was to slow down as I was turning a corner no matter what the weather conditions. Now, it's instinctive.
It was a good reminder to me that when major changes in life come unexpectedly or they are the result of pre-planning, it's a good idea to slow down, be cautious and aware. Change, even when it's exciting and looked forward to, is challenging. It's like the basket of life that I've so carefully packed is turned over and dumped out. I can put everything back in but it will never be quite the same. But eventually, it is often better than I had it before.
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