Endings Are Difficult For Me

Dear Enchanted One,

I’m full of mixed emotions today.

I’m happy because my husband and I are celebrating our 39th wedding anniversary with our dear family. Each year at this time, we reminisce about our blessed years together and share stories that come to mind.

In my reflection this year, I realized that I’ve been writing some form of The Enchanted Newsletter for nearly half of those 39 years. That’s a long time. I received whisperings a few years back that it was nearing time to let the writing of The Enchanted Newsletter come to a close. But then COVID arrived and I used it as a touchstone to light a tiny corner of the darkness. Many of you expressed gratitude for the connection during those most challenging times. That touched my heart deeply.

The whisperings have returned. My arms and heart are full of family, clients, and new projects. I used all of my Enchanted Keys on the keyring to make my decision to have completion on the newsletter, so this is my last one. This week feels like a natural stopping point. It’s spring break for the students and people are busy with Passover, Easter, and Ramadan. I asked the angels for a sign, just to be sure. I’m now reading The Stories We Tell, by Joanna Gaines, and last night I read the chapter titled, To Hold and Let Go. It’s all about making hard choices about what gets your time and energy when you love others and love what you do but just can’t do everything. That was the confirming nod from the Universe.

It has been an honor to have you along with me on the journey.

I’m not good with goodbyes so I’d prefer not to think of this as goodbye. I feel as though my newsletter was born, it grew, and now it’s going off to college. You have my email address and can also check in at drterrysegal.com if you misplace your set of Enchanted Keys.

I remind you to look for enchantment everywhere because if you look for it you will find it. The same holds true for negativity, so try to let go of that. I’ll continue to hold you in my heart and, as always, invite you to stay enchanted!

With great gratitude and love.

Dr. Segal