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That was the week ...

I remembered today that I used to be a regular contributor to the Press business supplement in Christchurch, and this week has been one of tumultuous change for me for a variety of reasons. The business environment is difficult, and people all over the world are learning (quickly) how to deal with change. I no longer write for The Press, nor anyone else at the moment for that matter, and looking back at the road I used to travel when I lived in Christchurch I am quite taken aback by the support that I had from so many people and by the fortune that I enjoyed as a result - not monetary fortune, personal feel good fortune. The change that has occurred for me these past two weeks has set me back on a path I know, a road that I remember like one of those side roads you pop down in a town you know but havn't been back to for a few years. So maybe that writing thing will come back - it is fun, and with it the fortune that I remember. So, if you're reading this, if it helps, change is temporary - no matter how big or massive the mountain seems at first glance! it is temporary, and you know, that road you were on is still there, just treat it like one of those 'Diversion' signs you love when you are travelling by car through a busy city on your way from A to B .. no matter what, you will end up back on the same road you set out on - honest! Cool ..
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Richard said…
Nicely put Pete. I look forward to travelling along that familiar road with you again!
10:45 AM
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