My roots are in Scotland and family here. It’s a place of fresh air, open spaces, raw landscapes, familiarity and friendly people ready to smile and give you a hand … and their opinion about things. My heart feels such resonance.
Whenever I am here, and am about to leave, there is tension between wanting to be here, or there in Pennsylvania. This comes from my thinking and possibly a belief, that I should be more decisive.
Right now, as I look out at the ever changing weather, and prepare for a walk dodging the rain clouds, I realize that there is only this moment to appreciate.
In a few days I will return to the US. I will bid fond farewells and prepare for the warmth of the weather, the shift in pace and expectations. I will be greeted with gratitude for my return, lots of love and a thoughtful meal to keep me awake for just a bit longer. The daily routine with Don and the dogs, old friends, wonderful yoga peeps, and those on their own paths of spirituality and growth… and Chanticleer Gardens.
I appear to live in two worlds. How can I embrace them both, rather than think I am being torn between them?
Conflict and inner tension comes when we don’t accept the way things are. The ego mind wants resolution rather than ambiguity; stability rather than uncertainty; and of course, always tries to be in absolute control.
So .. What does the heart say to this? It says, love it all, it’s a gift to have two worlds. Both can exist side by side and compliment each other. Both can nourish and hold you. Find your way and embrace it all.
And the soul knows even more. This is what life is offering you. There is connection in all that is here and there. You understand, and are the bridge between worlds. Be the bridge.
I am drawn to paths and bridges in nature, and in life.
It is a curious exploration after all.
Namaste
Find Your Middle Ground 
This world ever questions us kind lady, to test those boundaries of belief, love and chocolate 😀 But in truth it just wants us to open wider, and see just why we doubt that we can ❤️🙏
Side issue…my last name ends in ‘bury’ like lots of names over there. I think I may be one of you, and I love the country. Maybe I should test those rain clouds too 😀❤️🙏
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You are one of me Mark. 🥳
Thank you for your insights and wisdom .. and for being here 💐🙏🏻💛
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I appear to live in two worlds. How can I embrace them both, rather than think I am being torn between them? Yes!
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Thank you David 💛 I love ivor’s poetics response. Living in two worlds can be a dream come true.
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So beautifully expressed
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Thank you Jeanne 💐🙏🏻💛
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I can only imagine the tug on your heart, but you give us a lot to think about in the beautiful way you make peace with “what is.” There are so many helpful applications to living with a heart of acceptance. I appreciate what you’ve shared, very much, Val.
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Thank you so much Debra. It’s a message for us all 💐🙏🏻💛
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It is challenging to live far away from loved ones. Your post reveals well the longing to be in both places. My son lives on the west coast, which is not a distance I travel often to ease my longing to see him. I am grateful for air travel once a year…at least there is that. ❤
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Yes indeed Eliza 💕 Thank goodness for air travel .. and direct flights from the US to Scotland too. I’m at the airport about the board. My wings are ready.
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🙏🏼 ✈️ 🌎
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You’re living a dream Val, two worlds sounds fantastic …
“Dreams of The Heart”
I cannot walk the continents
Like the intrepid Marco Polo
But my feet have felt the sands of time
Pass between my toes
I have not sailed the high seas
Like the courageous Christopher Columbus
But my body has bathed
In an ocean full of kind hearts
I’m yet to fly in space
Like the brave Neil Armstrong
But I have reached for the stars
And touched my soul’s dreams
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This is so beautiful Ivor. Thank you from my heart to yours across the continents💞
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My pleasure dear Val 🤗😍🌏
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Oh my friend, so similar to words I wrote last week as I toggled between my two geographic homes…wondering Where I fit – or why I don’t choose one to reign supreme in my heart. And I came to the same epiphany – it’s OK to have both and more than that it is by design for some reason. So it seems to be about “flexibility” – be easy and be grateful and embrace it all…and we are blessed to be able to share similar sentiments. Sending a big hug your way!
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I thought of you as I wrote this Sharon. Sending a hug right back. See you soon 💐🙏🏻💕
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Good thoughts.
Safe journey as you travel from one home to the other, Val.
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Thanks Nancy 💐🙏🏻💕
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So true Val! It is a gift to have two worlds but I understand that tugging feeling so well. I have aging parents in the UK, but an old dog to take care of here in Germany. But I know where I want to be and I hope you do too. We have to accept that and embrace it, like you say. And we never have control of things anyway.
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Well said Cathy. The pull is still there when we have loved ones in both sides. Thank you 💐🙏🏻💛
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My life’s experience echoes this, Val.
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Thank you Derrick.
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Wonderful post 😍
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Thank you so much 💐🙏🏻💛
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Nice resolution. Good synthesis.
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Honestly, Val, I wonder with all the exposure to other places and cultures, if one is truly meant to stay still in one place. So much to learn and experience from many! Anyhow, I can’t do it, and understand from my own perspective why you find it challenging, from time to time. Once eyes are opened, I find it impossible to shut them again. We moved here to the mountains of Northern New Mexico three years ago, and already I’m on the search for ‘the next place’ (one with more water, pretty please), though I can see how New Mexico is, indeed, the land of enchantment. But I feel called more into community, and this is an isolating life. Friends are at least an hour away. So as for your conundrum, if it is that, I’d say you are twice blessed – and that you’ve taken to your new home so beautifully! It doesn’t always happen that way. 🙂 xoxo
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Thank you Bela.I now know that my heart always yearns to be free and to travel. It feels like it’s in my “
But there is something beneath and beyond that.
It’s okay to yearn for something … and to realize that it all comes back to being in control of what we want or aspire to.
Basically nothing is meant to be.
Acknowledge the restlessness. Give it a good stretch.
Notice. Enjoy what comes up.
Then let it go.
If the Universe wants something different for you, the message will be loud and clear 💐🙏🏻💛
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As it has been! 🙏
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How perfectly true. I embrace two worlds two.
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Thank you sandy 💐
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You dear Val are much more than a bridge between two worlds across the Ocean.. You dear friend are a bridge which unites Spirits through your daily practices ..
As you know Val We used to holiday from England to Scotland sometimes twice a year, it holds a special place in my heart also.. And as you have mentioned in the changing landscape and the wonderful generous people there, it is home from home..
Loved your post and photos, and indeed Val, Enjoy the Moment of every second no matter where you are… For I feel where ever you are, those around you feel at home with you..
Safe travels as you return to the States… Much love from the heart of England, Sherwood Forrest! 😀 xx ❤
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Thank you Sue ❣️ I recall you said your holidays were often in Scotland… but I didn’t remember you were in Sherwood Forest. What a special place to be. Have a lovely week. 💐🙏🏻💖
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Yes we are only 15 minutes away from the Major Oak… deep in the forest of Sherwood… We are very lucky to live in our location, as 5 minutes either direction and we are in beautiful countryside.. :-D… ❤ xx
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It is a gift to have two places you call home and great approach Val. I don’t feel like I’ve found my home place yet.
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Thanks Brad. Home is where the heart is … follow it my friend 🥰
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Thank you Val. 🙏
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What a lovely dilemma to be in. Your post reminded me of a poem I recently read for the first time. I will share it with you:
JOINT CUSTODY
by Ada Limon
Why did I never see it for what it was:
abundance. Two families, two different
kitchen tables, two sets of rules, two
creeks, two highways, two stepparents
with their fish tanks or eight tracks or
cigarette smoke or expertise in recipes or
reading skills. I cannot revers it, the record
scratched and stopping to that original
chaotic track. But let me say, I was taken
back and forth on Sundays and it was not easy
but I was loved in each place. And so I have
two brains now. Two entirely different brains.
The one that always misses where I’m not,
the one that is so relieved to finally be home.
Enjoy! I sure enjoyed your post.
w
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Love this❣️ Thank you for sharing 💐
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A Beautiful post of contemplation, questioning, and an acceptance of your present state. Our practice for life Val 🩷🤗
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Thanks so much Karen 💐🙏🏻🥰
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Many seek paths and portals ‘to other worlds,’ meaning other than on this earth. But you have the opportunity and experience of portals interconnecting This world. How exquisite! Enjoy your homecoming, Val! 💗
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Thank you Bela❣️it feels more like a gift rather than a challenge. I know you know that too ☺️
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Indeed I do! 🙏
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