Stuck on the Ground

Dear Lonely Pioneer,

When you’re used to being up in the clouds and get stuck on the ground, every red light feels like a roadblock when life was nothing but non-stops. I know all you’ve wanted is to be back up in the clouds. And even that sounds painful right now. Dreaming feels hopeless and this isolation is still a present reality. But don’t lose heart. You haven’t missed it. You’re right on time. What you’re experiencing is refining you and your dreams. Rest, remain resolute and don’t shrink the dream because there are people who need what you’ve been put on this earth to create. The on-ramp to this new season is empathy, perseverance and life. And the light will turn green. Be patient. I know the toll has been steep, but the tollway you’re about to get on is wide open. Don’t fear this new, unknown space and don’t fill it too quickly. I believe in you. I know you have what it takes. You’re not alone.

Love,

Dad