something greater.

So long, for now.  ✨

Saying goodbye to this studio and house was harder than even I imagined. I grew so much within and around these walls. Our family evolved in countless ways. We and I shared ourselves and what we love with those who entered our spaces. And the house itself, the walls and gardens, the trees, the ruins, the magical sense I had being here… it is something I will carry with me always. Leaving it behind felt like a death. In a way, it was.

But death is necessary to our life cycles. And when the fire burns and space is created new things grow from the ashes. I feel that potential now; I have since before we made the decision to shift our life.

After this last six months I can say I truly believe in something greater than me. There were many moments where it seemed an invisible hand guided me through it all. Even in the darkest moments. Even when it seemed I was faltering or failing or falling.

And that faith I have gained in whatever that greater thing is has been humbling. It has softened the heartache. It has tempered the joys too. Because I know it isn’t all me. It can’t be. Too many coincidences. Too much beauty. Too much I couldn’t have seen on my own.

Someone wrote a kind message to us recently saying, “I know it can be tough if it feels like ‘things didn’t work out’”, however I don’t feel that way, not even close. It worked out exactly the way it was meant to, with every step a golden opportunity to evolve and grow.

What a gift it was to be here. To be with all of you who stepped foot within and joined us. So many amazing lessons for us all.

So long, for now.

**I am not yet sure what my new life looks like where we are landing, including if and where I will teach and share work, but if you’d like to come along for the journey, please stay in touch via my newsletter or my website. anyaporter.com