"Don't be afraid to struggle." I am pondering those words that were written on a poster that depicted a determined young girl who was either hiking or running. I was at the dentist office, and I did not have a chance to really investigate it. The words have stayed with me, though. This morning the words, "stay planted" came to mind and I wrote them in my journal. I interpret those words as an encouragement to be present, and yes, connect. Connect with love.
Our roots are deepening. We are stronger than we know, and others, the seen and the unseen, are standing with us.
Day 4
I greet this day with love in my heart.
I embrace all of humanity, seeking qualities to admire.
Though I often have not been able to see clearly,
With love I will tear down walls of separation
which have been built.
In their place I will build bridges of connection.
I love the ambitious, for they inspire me to greater action.
I love those who fail, because they teach me endurance.
I love the young, for the faith that they hold,
the elders, for the wisdom they offer.
I embrace the ugly and the beautiful,
the rich and the poor, the meek and the bold.
I acknowledge the spark of divinity
that resides in each life I meet.
I greet this day with love in my heart.
Rev. Carol E. Parrish-Harra
I am thinking that this photograph was taken in British Columbia, but I do not know for certain. Canada, and the friends I have there, are on my heart and mind.
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