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Today was a day of rest. There were ups and downs and frustrations, but overall I feel positive about it, though I did little besides rest, read, (and chant Nam Myoho Renge Kyo). It was an important day because I made real decisions, and I want to keep the momentum of this day for the future. A good rest can help with making choices/new directions in life, by taking a step back from the daily grind. When engaged with daily moment-to-moment existence, the future can be hard to fathom. I felt "getting into a groove" is very important now, as Spring is basically just around the corner. And I always like to be prepared for Spring. I wrote Kevin Maloney to tell that I wouldn't be able to accept the position in Victoria right now. The reason is because it is fairly clear that my life on Saltspring needs me more for various reasons. I am spending my time chanting, reading and gaining the energy which will guide my life in the future. There are certain opportunities that I won't want to miss out on; I have the opportunity to assemble a brand new 20x30' arch greenhouse on family land. Maintaining a presence here could be important for saving and using the properties. Having a good and regular income is important. Sometimes I feel there is too much work for one person, with managing family affairs and assets which already seem behind. If I see a future on this little island I must be making a decent income. It will take time to establish. During winter when natures landscape is barren the properties seem especially derelict, and when my energy is low I can't see any solution by my own hands. But really it is up to me, and the energy that I can muster, which will now decide my future. A