A FUTURE 

BY TRACY MAY FOUTS

The two-way road sign shows that there is always hope for someone’s future, 

but they need to first make a decision when coming upon a crossroad in life.

And now, we come to the end of the road….or, it is really the beginning?   We have spent the last several weeks exploring the inspirational art of Tracy May Fouts.  This is the eighth in the series of “Taking Action…. For Hope”.   So it is appropriate as we come to this work titled “A FUTURE”, showing a two way road sign to consider the impact this art has on us.   We have been challenged to look at ourselves, to see how we reach out to others, as well as how we open ourselves to those around us.  It truly is a two way road. 

It is up to you to make the choice of which direction you take.  Be aware, if you just look at the sign, trying to make a decision, then you are stuck.  Action is required for a change to happen, for hope to occur.  It is up to you….you may choose to make this the “end of the road”, or you may choose to live your life more consciously making decisions that improve your relationships and  choices that create more hope in your life.  You may choose to make this sign a dead end, or the beginning of something new and enriching in your life.

Sometimes it is a struggle to actually decide which the “best way” to go is, or what the best decision is.  Remember though, that when you come to a crossroad, to make no decision keeps you stuck. It creates a stagnant life. Sometimes it may not be clear what the “correct” decision is; however, making a decision, and trying something new can enrich your life, even if it turns out not to be the “perfect solution”.  Why not make a decision to live more thoughtfully in your life, reaching out to others, and inviting them into your life?

As I end this series of the artwork by Tracy May Fouts, I would like to say a special thanks to this extraordinary young woman.  Her artwork and writings about it have been a real inspiration to me.  She has reminded us that hope is an important element of living, but that it does require action on our part.  We cannot just sit around idly.  It is important for us in our daily life to be thoughtful in our actions and live in the present.  Relationships are critical to healthy living.  It is through others that we learn about ourselves and grow as individuals. Thus it is important to invite others into our lives.

Thank you Tracy May for sharing yourself with us and inviting us into your life! Thank you for challenging us to live our life to the fullest!  Thank you for teaching us that there are many ways that we are called to action!

For those of you who have enjoyed Tracy May Fouts artwork,

 you may check out her website and see much more of her art!  www.tracymayphoto.com