When accidents occur, the damage is almost always apparent. However, every so often the damage isn't evident or immediately noticeable...it's hidden very well. It hides beneath laughter, smiles, professional composure, and emotional detachment. Sometimes, the damage isn't easy to hide at all.
The struggles a person faces sometimes leave residual emotions and speculation of what will be. At times the trials of life leave you wanting...with the expectation that your desires and needs will be fulfilled through other people and things. These other people have no clue what your past experiences or pains have consisted of. They don't know your frustrations or pet peeves. Their not knowing isn't a sign of some kind that they need to learn; it simply means that you must learn to trust enough to share.
There will be instances when moments of your past are recalled in your mind because you hear a song, pass an unforgettable location, or smell a lingering scent. From time to time these moments create the environment for those residual emotions to resurface. There's nothing wrong with you because of that...it takes time to heal. Oftentimes, it's necessary to feel again what you once felt and to think what you once thought...just to re-evaluate and reflect. It's okay to mentally go back to the past...but only to learn & grow, not to stay.
The damage we see in others needs repairing. The damage we see and feel in ourselves needs repairing. However, we are not always the ones who need to perform the repairs. The decision to step back may be just as paramount in the healing process as the decision to forgive. When you get a glimpse of someone else's damage or realize your own...just be there to help, support, or to reach out when it's needed. All things happen in time.
It's beautiful to be you...simply beautiful.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Friday, January 14, 2011
Younger Years
You did something stupid before...even though you knew better. You were defiant before...even if it was only on the inside or in your thoughts. You thought you knew what was best for you before...even though a much wiser person may have already told you different. You were so dense at one time that you couldn't see the forest for the trees. Think about it...this was you at one time in your life.
Patience is a virtue that is very trying and/or difficult to obtain. When you see someone in their younger years don't be so quick to give up or throw in the towel. He/she may be going through one of the same kinds of moments you had so many of during your own younger years. Simply have a quiet moment and reflect; then offer some wise words as advice. Just pray that they listen & hear those words.
Never be so old that you forget that you too were once young, stubborn, and dense...even if only in your thoughts. Be there...don't give up on the ones going through their younger years. They need you.
Its's beautiful to be you, simply beautiful.
Patience is a virtue that is very trying and/or difficult to obtain. When you see someone in their younger years don't be so quick to give up or throw in the towel. He/she may be going through one of the same kinds of moments you had so many of during your own younger years. Simply have a quiet moment and reflect; then offer some wise words as advice. Just pray that they listen & hear those words.
Never be so old that you forget that you too were once young, stubborn, and dense...even if only in your thoughts. Be there...don't give up on the ones going through their younger years. They need you.
Its's beautiful to be you, simply beautiful.
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Doors
Doors are gateways to opportunity. Doors are exits from pain and trouble. Doors are the portals through which you pass once an experience is complete, a lesson learned, or a journey about to be embarked upon. Doors are the thresholds you cross to enter into a land of living, moving, breathing moments that become your life. Do not be afraid.
Some doors are locked and meant to be opened; while others are meant to remain locked. Some doors are always open and merely exist as symbols of your achievement; your path to a new greatness. Some doors are designed to open when knocked upon; others must be knocked down. Some doors are designed to be opened with a key; while others are designed to be opened for you. No matter the design or the fashion, each door in your life leads you to something new.
You must successfully close one door before another can be opened. Don't make the mistake of leaving doors unlocked behind you as you move on to new experiences in life. The past has a way of creeping along with you if not left securely in its proper place....in the past. Appreciate every experience, good or bad...and readily make your exit when it's time. Likewise, be ready and inspired to move on when the time comes.
Even if the time to move comes along before you think you're ready, just remember: when one door closes another door opens.
It's beautiful to be you, simply beautiful.
Some doors are locked and meant to be opened; while others are meant to remain locked. Some doors are always open and merely exist as symbols of your achievement; your path to a new greatness. Some doors are designed to open when knocked upon; others must be knocked down. Some doors are designed to be opened with a key; while others are designed to be opened for you. No matter the design or the fashion, each door in your life leads you to something new.
You must successfully close one door before another can be opened. Don't make the mistake of leaving doors unlocked behind you as you move on to new experiences in life. The past has a way of creeping along with you if not left securely in its proper place....in the past. Appreciate every experience, good or bad...and readily make your exit when it's time. Likewise, be ready and inspired to move on when the time comes.
Even if the time to move comes along before you think you're ready, just remember: when one door closes another door opens.
It's beautiful to be you, simply beautiful.
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