Because I’m happy
Clap along if you feel like a room without a roof
Because I’m happy
Clap along if you feel like happiness is the truth
Because I’m happy
Clap along if you know what happiness is to you
Because I’m happy
Clap along if you feel like that’s what you wanna do
That song!
Today that song keeps coming into my head; leaving and returning again. I am in the Bull City on a glorious day, with a sweet, kind and generous man. I am fully here, talking about everything under the sun. Sharing and creating memories..and yes, I’m Happy! I am so happy, I could dance. So I will…and I will hold his hand. We will walk along Main Street laughing at each other’s stories. We will peep through Exotique’s window to check out what new finds they have from Africa and all over the world. We will stop in to hug Dorian’s neck and see what jazz artists are playing this weekend at the Beyu Cafe. I won’t forget to grab my kale panini from Toast and my homemade shea butter from Hairizon. As, I walk along the streets of downtown Durham, I am reminded why I love this town. From Patanjali’s Place for yoga and meditation classes to Morgan’s Imports, hardware store extravaganza. From Duke Gardens where I get to take in the bounty of creation to Bull McCabe’s, the Irish pub that some nights features the baddest hip hop DJs around (yes I did say hip hop). From Fullsteam Brewery and food trucks to Guglhupf’s German Bakery. From the Bull City Car Wash where you will always run into friends to Cocoa Cinnamon for the perfect afternoon treat. There is always a familiar face; a surprise around every corner. And just like new love…it makes me happy!
Carla Forte currently provides therapy, coaching, and teaches yoga in the Triangle. If you are in an unhealthy relationship, leaving a partner, or struggling to cope with the loss of a key relationship; InnSight Counseling and Coaching can help. You can contact Carla at www.innsightcoach.com.