Sometimes in life, you may find yourself merely treading water, struggling to keep your head above the surface. Directionless because the darkness obscures any sign of land, panic may set in, only to realize that it hastens fatigue. Calming down, you choose a direction and swim left, but to no avail. As you tread, kelp ensnares your foot, causing panic to surge once more. In the struggle for air, when breathing seems impossible, you release your fight against the kelp. This surrender frees your foot, and you rise to the surface. Darkness has settled, but it reveals a faint light in the distance. You aim for that glimmer, aware of the long journey and potential obstacles ahead, but with steady progress and calm, you know you'll eventually stand firm on solid ground again.
This morning, as I gazed out the window of my laundry room, I was greeted by an incredible view that reminded me, despite all the challenges I've faced, the ones I'm currently facing, and those yet to come, I am truly fortunate for what and who surrounds me. For years, I've struggled to find solid ground, only to be swept away by life's currents again and again. I've come to realize that time has been stealing precious memories from me as I've chosen existence over engagement, and it's time for me to reclaim my life. No one else can do this for me, and I think I was waiting for someone to come along and save me. But now I understand this is my journey, and I must undertake it myself.
Today marks the beginning of my path to healing my heart, my home, my health, and my hearth. As I repair these aspects of my life, my history will begin to heal as well.
To those who feel they are merely existing, I invite you to join me in reclaiming your life from the time that has slipped away. You have everything you need within you. Blessings to you all.
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