Last weekend we hit the slopes and were blessed with a day of endless, powdery snow. I drove up with my son, but he took off with his friends leaving me some much needed alone time.

I was able to ski at my own pace. I did not have to think about anything except the feeling of riding these beautiful slopes. I choose the runs I wanted to take. I paused whenever I was called to appreciate the majestic views around me. I let my heart lead me from moment to moment.

The quiet time coupled with the gorgeous conditions gave me precious time for reflection. I saw many parallels between skiing and life and I want to share them with you.

When you go up to ski you never know what kind of conditions you are going to find. Some days you get up there and it is icy and slick. Other days it is a slushy mess. Every now and again, there is a day with fresh powder.

But even when snow conditions are perfect current weather can throw a curve ball. You can be met with fog, or blizzard like conditions...