Sidetracked Sisters

Midlife Sunrise

Sunrise is more than the start of a new day—it’s a promise. A clean slate. A soft glow after the dark. And this morning, on the first day of spring, it feels like that promise is meant just for me.

For years, I greeted my days in a classroom. I was a teacher for 30 years—a career I genuinely loved—but one that never fully fed my soul. It fit my personality beautifully: creative, nurturing, always busy. But it also drained me. The schedules were rigid, the paperwork endless, and the energy output… well, let’s just say first graders don’t run on decaf.

During those years, I tried other creative ventures, little sparks that either fizzled or never quite caught fire. I told myself I was “just exploring.” Truthfully, I was scared—scared to let go of what was safe and familiar, even if it left me feeling half-asleep.

Now, though, something inside me is waking up. A new dawn is breaking.

A couple of years ago, I became a certified Life Coach. I used my skills here and there—“dibbling and dabbling,” as I like to say—but without much real direction. Then, two months ago, I hired a coach for myself. I committed to her—and to me—to finally move forward. No more half-hearted toe-dipping.

And something magical happened. I actually did it. I followed through.

Now I’m building the coaching business I’ve dreamed about for years. I’m combining everything I love—teaching, creativity, connection, growth—and it feels like I’ve stepped into a sunrise after a long, quiet night.

This season of my life feels lighter, brighter, and beautifully awake. The sky isn’t just brightening in the east… it’s glowing from within me.

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