A typical morning with all the greatness as most other Mondays but the difference I noticed was that the day was Tuesday. Very grateful for waking up and hot coffee. Then having more gratitude when I was welcomed by little people and sunny faces. The early morning flew by and I found myself leaning against a door talking with a parent that involved me telling my perception of a situation and hearing her perception of the same topic. We each had a slightly different interpretation. Soon we realized that the conversation was clearly a blessing for each of us as well the ears whom it fell upon. She claimed that many things in her life were not where she would like them to be and wished to make changes regarding, relationship, career and living accommodations ASAP. I reminded her that we all have what we want. I suggested to change the focus off of that which is negative to that which is GREAT and positive. Her eyes filled and the water released hopeful waves of letting go. We continued to talk about the concept of letting go and happiness. I shared my story of creating crisis and unnecessary drama as a way of making myself useful and important. She laughed and we both agreed this wonderful blessing of addictive behavior is a sure fire way to self sabotage with 100% success. She left the office and returned a short time later and said, "Krista, I have an analogy, I do not know what it means but here it is; So there is a roof over a living room and the roof is leaking water, lots of water so I get cups to catch the water, and I keep getting cups and the leaks become worse and I have to get more cups and more cups and run to catch the water and I can't catch it all and all I can think about is getting more cups to catch the water." We looked at each other and I said, "Are you serious you don't know what that means?" She laughed and said, "I get it, it's me catching the water and I must realize it's okay to let the room fill with a bit of water or maybe a lot of water. I must fix the roof!!!!!"
A blessing to have people in my life that toss their Rose Colored Glasses..... Thank you O wise one... you are the sweet in forgiveness, the beauty in abundance and the gentle in nature.
