In the aftermath of Friday's tragedy, there has been the compelling pull toward family and friends; the desire to hug and say "I love you", to bridge gaps and reconnect and remain connected to all those I hold dear. Happily, I spent the weekend with or talking to family. It was good medicine for us all.
A business contact shared these words from an unidentified source.
Perhaps you've heard them already; they were new to me and they resonated ~
"The very brokenness, the lump, the silent inexpressible grief arising
in our collective soul reminds us that we human beings long for
something purer than the isolated selfish ways we normally live. When
pushed by calamity we want to live with our better
selves… Let us hold each other up even as we weep. Let us step out
into the darkness, light a candle, say a prayer, forgive, reach out, put
our children on the bus, and risk love. We have no alternative. There
is no grand scheme; only small actions that
light the path, dispel the darkness, and offer renewal."
Counting My Blessings,
xo Susy
Such good thoughts and words, Susy. Both by you and your friend. This sad tragedy has made me think of my loved ones and friends in a different way. May we all not take those loved one for granted for one single second.
ReplyDeleteGreat quote for this time. Have a great week, Susy.
ReplyDeleteSmiles,
Carol
"Put our children on the bus"...that's going to be a tough one for a few parents out there. My grands had a snow day today so there's been a slight reprieve. Soothing words...
ReplyDeleteSusy, what a lovely and challenging quote. Olive
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Susy--thank you!
ReplyDeleteA good thought here, thanks for sharing.
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