About the Wayfarer

It’s the greatest, most unassuming symphony, the human body at work. We make about two million new red blood cells every second, replace our stomach lining every two to nine days, can regrow a quarter of our liver to full size in weeks. A quadrillion (1015) DNA repairs heal the tens of thousands of lesions that blight our cells every day. In continual overhaul, we literally, viscerally embody death and rebirth, faithfully shedding in the deepest places what do not serve us. We even trade in our skeleton every 10 years with bones that had renewed at a rate of 10% a year. Maybe this is why we often take stock every birthday decade, prompted by more than rising digits. Even as the color of our hair and the strength of our skin surrender to time, we are given a new framework to build the next decade upon and to stand a little taller.

In triumph over a willful winter, the Georgian spring here beckons, the landscape outside and in my mind flush with green and promise. And so I release all that keeps me from the best version of myself. I will rewrite this page in ten years or less because to hope, to reach is to change. And change is the journey.

1,654 thoughts on “About the Wayfarer”

      1. Dear Diana,
        I admire your statement of Purpose. I to am a holistic spiritual being that takes lessons from all faiths. I have been a bee keeper and I marvelled at the way our omnipresent deity, just before an upcoming hot day, all the scouts and carriers focused on water, while all those in the hive got ready to fan their wings to “water cool” the hive before it had a chance of melt-down!
        As Wayfarers, we can be joyous and lead others out of misery. Besides, it’s more fun to choose happiness! All best wishes with your Blog, Paul

      2. You know, I’ve read about bees – and those who write about them do so out of awe for the ways of nature. Colonies, whether of bees or moss or waterlife, are a microcosm of order, wisdom, and beauty. They often operate more sanely than people do. Thank you for connecting.

        Blessings,
        Diana

  3. I’ve enjoyed reading about your story since I first discovered you on OM’s site, and I was so honored to receive a like!

    I’ve read through your “Writing Process II” posts, as well as several stories like “Land of the Living” and your advice about blogging, and it’s all been time well spent.

    So I just wanted to say thank you for stopping by, and for contributing to the amazing community that is WordPress.

    Have a great day,
    -Daniel

  4. I love words as well so we have that (and hopefully more) in common. Thank you for visiting my site and liking my poem. I’m a tad curious – how did you find me and what made you want to read my poem? I’m now off to read more of your blog. I already like your style of writing and your expressions. My best to you Diana, Wendy

    1. I don’t recall how I stumbled on you. As you saw, I’m in conversation with a lot of bloggers. I noticed you somewhere out here. The cheetahs had caught my eye. =) Because I’m always open to posts I can share with my boy (who loves to learn about animals). I appreciate the good word and your taking the time. =)

      Diana

  5. Party on! I won’t be there, just as well I don’t dance, and I am not a party animal! But I rejoice for you! Now if I could only have a Ber or glass of wine in your honor – sadly my meds forbid it! I’ll eat some chocolate for you!

  8. You have traveled and spent a good deal of time in different states (as if you were not aware of this, ha!). I like that you have learned and picked up this and that along the years of your life, in locations with less similarities verses more.

  9. Diana, Thank you for viewing and liking my post at Renaissance Musings. There are snippets of my life journey out of the country in some of my earlier posts (Category: I grew Up on a Farm in Virginia).

    You still have along way to go. That is a good thing.

    Jeff

  11. Your style drew me right in. I, too, am living nearer to cattle than I ever thought I’d be, reclaiming my love of words, and strive to explore whatever God presses on me to throw out there on my humble little slice of internet. Looking forward to reading more here!

  12. I’ve never thought about the correlation between the seasons of Moses life: 40 in Midian with his family, 40 wandering the desert with the Israelites, and the 40 weeks of pregnancy. Thanks for liking my post, “College Boy is Catching On.”

  13. “I am the woman out of lost and found” Felt a connection reading this post, your writing inspirational, it made me think about myself, this is where I am at this point of my life 40 years, mom trying to stay creative continue to do my art. Look forward to reading more of your inspiring words.

    1. Thanks so much for connecting, jennifer. It is wonderful meeting like minds (and wishers). I appreciate knowing something of your journey. Thanks for the follow and keep up the art!! Welcome. =)

      Diana

  14. Hello Diana!
    You are an optimistic thinker, good to see that.
    What attracts me more is your devotion to God!
    God bless you & your family…
    And I hope the best wishes for you in your life…
    I’d like to Quote Zec4:6 to you :…It is not by force nor by strength, but by my Spirit, says the LORD of Heaven’s Armies.
    Ad yea, your theme reflects purity, its lovely. And also, a big thanks for the like!:)

  15. Hiii, how happy I am you found and followed my blog this very day! Welcome and I hope to stay. Thank you Lord for your talking to me 🙂 He has been doing it in such sweet ways. ❤

  18. I have come to a similar place in my journey. After having my first child in my early twenties while still trying to find my way in life I too became consumed by her. In my arms I held something I could build my life around. I am almost forty now and seven kids later I have discovered I have been consumed. I am a mother but I have lost myself. Like you, I remembered that writing is breath to me. I have been writing young adult novels and just started blogging and posting fanfic on wattpad. It is nice to meet you, thank you for following my blog. I will look forward to reading more of yours.

  19. Hello Holistic Wayfarer, thanks for stopping by my blog thewelldressedyogi.wordpress.com and I’m glad you liked my post. To live holistically is the only way to live life. Have a beautiful journey back to YOU! God bless x x

  22. Wow! 1,603 people liked this?! How sweet of you, with such a big community, to take your time to visit my site. I’m touched and flattered. You must be so proud.
    Janice, Reflections

  23. Diana, thank you for stopping by Life Matters! You’re welcome anytime!
    You have such a wonderful blog and I’ve just gotten started! There’s a lot here and how I love the wide array of content! Happy to follow!

  25. Diana, in spite of my regular following of your blog, I somehow managed to miss your ‘About’ page. What a pity! I’m glad that I stumbled upon it finally. You are a gem, Diana, truly a diamond – and your ‘About’ page reflects the many things I like about you, chief among them your unique way of looking at things and expressing your thoughts.

  27. I totally love how you say ‘I’m not holding my breath any more’. I feel exactly the same (and like you, I’m over 40 with young kids). And thanks for liking my blog – I hope it brought value to you.

  29. Oh Joy – to find someone like you out in blog land. Sometimes it feels more like bog-land! I’m a Mum 47, going through menopause a little early with a 7 year old recovering from Chronic Fatigue. Its a ll a very interesting package!

    1. Thanks for connecting, Jennie. You certainly sound like you’re swinging a ride. I hold myself to high standards in the blogging. Appreciate the follow. I look fwd to getting to know you better. =)

      Diana

  30. I really enjoy reading your blog. It brings me a peaceful calming effect like a beautiful early summer morning where hardly any birds begin to sing and that warm golden glow of the sun is filling up the room even with the curtins closed. You also write so gracefully and poetic- like.

  32. G’day Diana
    Unexpectedly I finding myself overseas with limited PC time, means it being what it is 🙂 … do I post, read or comment? … albeit I do thank you for your many visits and likes, all are very much appreciated, once I return to Aus I will start doing the rounds to catch upon everyone’s page

  34. I love your tagline “Finding my way back out of motherhood — while mothering.” As we get further into adulthood (I too feel like a girl sometimes — other times I’m woman-hear-me-roar), it’s easy to lose ourselves in our jobs, our spouse, our kids…and the list goes on. My blogs have been life-giving to me — a way to be true to myself and even find myself. This is something I get to do just for me, and interestingly enough, it’s making me a better and happier, teacher, wife, and mother. Thanks for sharing your journey with us and thanks for stopping by my blog! 🙂

  35. My job keeps me from spending as much time exploring other people’s blogs as much as I’d like to 😦
    Hopefully someday I’ll be able to be a full time blogger and I’ll be able to read everything you write!

  36. Just wanted to drop in and say that I am enjoying your blog. Inspiring and thought-provoking always, the recent post that stays with me is the one where you talked about all the “likes”. Are they sincere or just the push of a “I should” button? Personally, I don’t “like” if I don’t like. I also t to comment when I have a taught or reaction. Time-consuming, yes. It is just the way I am!

  38. ” I remembered that writing is how I really breathe.

    So I’m no longer holding my breath.”

    This says it all. Looks like we might celebrate the essence of life itself.

  41. Holistic,
    I see we have things in common, perspectives coming from similar places. I really like your “Ten Commandments” post! Great insight, points to remember. Writing sincere pieces as you do, I’d like to Follow your writings. I choose carefully, so it’s not everyday I hop on someone’s blog bandwagon.
    I hope you check out my blog again sometime and spout an opinion/experience or two.
    Mike Andberg

    1. I remember you, Mike. =) What a thoughtful way to reconnect. I do my best to support back those who like and comment regularly. They naturally put themselves on my radar. Might take me a while, as I can’t get to everyone instantly at once. Yes, let’s keep blogging together. =) Thanks for the follow..and welcome.

      HW

  44. Hmmm I don’t remember ever posting on this page, but I remember reading it a number of times. I don’t recall how I stumbled upon your blog, but sometimes I say to myself, “Diana hasn’t posted in a while.” Heaven knows how you do it 🙂
    What I’d like to say though is I loooove how your theme reflects your personality. At first when I came here I thought everything was so… bland, you know, like plain cake without icing. Then I began reading your posts, clicking on related posts, top posts and pages— basically soaking your site this past year, and then I thought, “This works. This is soooo Diana.” Your beautifully crafted words and insight are all the icing, cherry toppings and cream you could ever need here, not the added colours and embellishment.

    I had to come say this. IF I have posted anything here in the past, well, it’s one of introductory lines we give to a new acquaintance. This one, right now, is… i don’t know, a follower who appreciates what you do.

    xx

    1. How terribly SWeeT (like cake). Aw, girlfriend…how would I know you’ve reread this post as you have and felt this way about the gazillion words all over this site?

      “At first when I came here I thought everything was so… bland”

      RoAR…love it. You know I get a kick out of the honesty. Can you elaborate briefly? (HA. I would want a BRIEF, succinct elaboration.) Do you mean from the looks of the site or the sense that it was Mary and Jane posts I was offering? I find it just amazing that we can really get to know people’s personality out here. You’ve pulled a few punches, given us a few surprises. (Not just some strict God-lovin’ girl, lol.)

      I so appreciate you. This means a lot.

      Love,
      Diana

  46. I’m happy to have the opportunity to read some of your posts. We have nutrition/eating habits in common, I might add. I try to keep it clean, simple, and wholesome amid the GMO, CAFO, and all other such stuff in the unhealthy alphabet soup we have to wade through. . . not to mention flouride in our water! Sorry, I got carried away there. Cheers!

  49. Diana, your writing is poetic! Yes, you are a wordsmith! Glad you’re not holding your breath anymore. Your thoughts wherever they go are well-spoken and appreciated. Christine

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