Living in the tension

How do you walk on a tight rope? There's the hard way... teetering along, seemingly miles from any support. Then there's another way... with each hand on a friend's shoulder. 

"That's cheating!" you say.  No, not really. It just makes the show less about the skill of the tight rope walker and more about the support and teamwork involved in attaining success. It takes commitment though, walking alongside someone for a long period of time.

Crazy Horse Monument: great vision, even greater determination to see it through

Sometimes life is less about showing off your balance and more about sharing the tension. This afternoon I was contemplating all of the things I'm trying to balance:
-- work
-- support raising
-- planning a fundraiser
-- making phone calls
-- personal life and friendships

As it turns out, this isn't a solo venture. I appreciate all of you standing with me in this endeavor, creating success with me. 

Support raising: I thought I hit 50% of my monthly support this week. Just got an email today that indicates my goal is higher than I thought. Please pr-y. I'm getting discouraged and frustrated. If you're part of a small group, or have some friends you think might be interested in hearing about my anticipated work in Africa, let me know. I'm open almost any evening during the next three weeks.

As I was driving through town in my car today, a Rascal Flatts song came on, and the chorus was inspiring:

'Cause when push comes to shove
You taste what you're made of
You might bend 'till you break
'Cause it's all you can take
On your knees you look up
Decide you've had enough
You get mad, you get strong
Wipe your hands, shake it off, 
Then you stand.
-- Stand, by Rascal Flatts

This post has been brought to you by Abby-- scattered, frustrated, and busy... but still standing.