Heart's Adventure

When is it time to let go of things that keep us from moving forward in our lives? Perhaps it is a psychological pain, i.e.: anger, remorse, grief, or unhealthy relationships. It can also be a tangible things, real-estate, automobiles, recreational equipment or just items that we’ve collected over the years that now weigh us down. It’s not always easy; sometimes we get end up holding on to things out of fear, even unhealthy ways of being in the world, because they are so familiar; tangible items hold meaning for us, evoking memories, becoming symbols of status; they help define us and our world. How often do we take stock of the things that hold us back, the barriers that keep us from moving forward no matter how much we may dream of doing something different with our lives? How often are we pro-active with this process as opposed to being forced to let go by circumstance? Letting go is a process that can take time, but the first step is always finding greater clarity about where we want to be. If we can truly really get a sense of the world we want to create, we can better understand what we need to get there. Creating forward movement towards ones dreams can help us move away from things that weigh us down. What course have you set for your life’s journey?

I recently lost a very dear and close friend, Ron Henderson, who transformed the lives of all who knew him. He touched many souls and left a wake of love that will ripple on for years to come. Time may never erase the sorrow of his loss, but his message of love and hope lives on. In my heart’s adventure I find comfort in the words of one of his favorite songs:

“Hey sometimes I know life can make you feel
Like you don’t know what to do
But once there comes a time when you must settle down
And feel the presence of the one who loves you

Oh yes I’m coming to you gently
And there’s one promise I can make
Besides of every tear that sorrow has left you
Tears of joy will take their place”
- Tuck & Patti

May we embody the best of those we’ve loved, struggling through our loss to find the treasures they have left us – Treasures that bring us tears of joy.
“Come feel the love!” – Ron Henderson (9/25/52 – 2/15/09)