Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Last Storm

Waking up to that glowing reflection of light shining back off of the ground. Blanket of snow covering every object and making the mornings bright and cold. Its been a strange road here, with inclement weather at every turn. The storms were all metaphorical and all served their purpose. There were twists and turns, winds blowing, snow falling, and drought for days. It was a year of lessons. A year filled with questions that would come knocking on our doors, that refused to lessen their intensity until that door was answered. A year of growth, sometimes almost painful growth that forced us to look long and hard at ourselves in the mirror. There were uncertainties and times where seeing the road out was almost impossible with the flurries obstructing the view. Standing in the cold biting weather as extremities came dangerously close to submitting to the icy grips of death, we saw the storms come and go. When the storms cleared and the debris was removed from the roads we found ourselves intact with scars and memories of what pains we had endured, yet stronger and a little enlightened. It took this last layer of snow to realize everything all at once that had happened. This year was one that came and went within a blink of an eye. With every second passed it was one more chance to take a step in the direction that is needed to make ourselves happy. Did this year teach you humility, mindfulness, patience, and diligence? Did this year teach you to wake up every morning grateful for the chance to make decisions that will enrich your life? I know I walk out into a new dawn with eyes open, aware and care paid attention to where my footsteps land. I will make it to the the promised land, my dreams be realized, my desires fulfilled, my life be lived.

3 comments:

  1. Thank you so much for your comment! It really means a lot when someone actually reads what I write and it means even more when they appreciate it. I just started following your blog and already like what you have written here. I can definitely relate to the part about looking long and hard in the mirror. I think it's important to do that from time to time, to take stock.

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  2. Very nicely written. Love the metaphor and imagery. I love finding new writers with the kind of talent and sense that you put forward in that piece. Well done. I'll be following ...

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  3. It came easy for me to hit "Followers." You just earned it. You write very well and I can't help but appreciate your writing style. :)

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