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I was watching a show called, Rosewood, last week and came across this piece of gold.

"A simple act can have the ramifications beyond one's comprehension."

This brought all sorts of memories, some good and some bad. For instance, when I decided to learn American Sign Language it bought so many opportunities I never knew existed. I made new friends and gained mentors I hope will always be in my life. At Ithaca College, I was able to become the Director of a sign language choir. Afterwards, I worked with an entrepreneur who's Deaf and needed someone who could help with her business's website and tutor a family. I also have had chances to sign songs with individuals at church. I love how my decision to learn this unique language has changed my life for the better in ways I can't describe.

On the flip side, making a judgment call that ended up being futile is something I wish I could go back and change. There was a time when I tried to have an intervention with a good friend of mine and unfortunately, I had trouble keeping calm. She and I don't talk like we used to and our friendship is slim to none at this point. I never knew we'd be at this point, not speaking. I remember the good times and the days when I could lean on her for support. Even if God grants me a chance for a do-over, I don't know if anything will have truly changed because I feel that she needed to hear what I said.

In both instances, a simple act did more than I imagined. We will always have regrets and many of us say we want to live a life without that but as a human being it's inevitable that we will make mistakes. The key is to grow from them and NOT repeat them.

Since my last attempt at a serious conversation/intervention with a friend I've been able to get a handle on my emotions, but often at the cost of my not being able to fully express what I feel I need. It's a work in progress like most things in life.