In my sailing days there were times when the seas were rough and the waves were breaking from the wrong direction, making the path forward difficult and dangerous. Sometimes, because of the length of the passage, there was no option of turning back.
I remember reaching port after one such trip and realizing that I hadn’t let fear overtake me—I’d stayed the course and come out the other side. Oftentimes, it spoke to having had enough ballast to hold steady in battering seas.
Ballast. We need that on dry land too. Someone or something that balances and strengthens us. I’m grateful that I have that. It comes in the form of friends that stay close, family that supports, and last but not least, my husband.
If you’re a fan of the hit series Yellowstone you’ll understand…I married a Rip. And I’m one lucky girl.
Look for the ballast in your life. Put time and attention into the people that put time and attention into you.
it's (almost always) about the water... 
Greetings to you and your Rip! Ballast…yes, you two steady each other. ❤️
Thanks, back at you!
Your words are so true and if it was you that took the picture of that cloud formation, it must have been scary. But I bet you felt stronger, having weathered that storm. We must let life make us stronger, not beat us down.
It was an awesome formation, not too scary though, no tornado! Thanks!
So well written, so well photographed.
And, let me guess: you love your husband!!!