~Cultivating Life~

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Gratitude...and no regrets~












Sometimes God brings people into our lives, that irrevocably change us….remind us of things we have forgotten….teach us…..awaken life in us….and love us ---just as we are.

And in those once in a lifetime moments, God brings that person into our life, that will hold our hand as we journey down a truly dark road, tunneling our way towards the light—which surely does await at the end. That one who gently reassures us with a warm embrace and a calming, kind word of affirmation and encouragement (because He knew we would need that love “with skin on”—to see ourselves anew as the warrior/princess/goddess divine rock stars that we are).

I am grateful for walking this road with a beautiful one…and for seeking understanding on our journeys. I am thankful to surround myself with those who want my good…and challenge me to be the best me I know how to be—and to be constantly raising my awareness of WHO I AM….by trying new things….delighting in all things good…and hoping in the healing things that are eternal.

This morning, I saw you—quite possibly for the first time….and accepted you (with joy) as you are….right where you are….with a wealth of nothing but love in my heart—for your good…and for endless grace, outpouring over your life.

I realized all this time, I had felt you slipping…felt you dying….tried to kill you off and leave you behind, buried--when really, I just want you to LIVE, abundant and free. In peace, and wisdom. Surrounded by grace and TRUTH.

I love you, my most beautiful friend.

I SEE YOU.

And I am grateful to walk this world with you as we seek our own paths….and to be known, and to be loved….daily.

We go~

3 comments:

Anonymous said...

"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose."

(The GOOD. In ALL things. For those who LOVE HIM.)

--Mere

Chris said...

Andy Beth, my heart aches for you- a difficult time; I have been reading your blog, and I see this incredible, talented woman; she inspires me, at a "wise" 64 years; words like "meeting the day here and now," write yourself a Declaration of Independence (don't cut your own hair!) A Peace Treaty With Yourself. Or simply keep putting one foot in front of the other . . . grieve when you need to grieve, but keep moving. I barely know you and I love you, I love your spirit, I know you can do this. Big Hugs-
Chris Robert

Leah Wall said...

beautifully worded - as always.
you have a way of being intimate without details that makes your journey(s) universal.
i am glad your eyes have been lifted up -
~Psalm 3:3~
But You, O LORD, are a shield about me,My glory,
and the One who lifts my head.