Think about how much time, patience and stitching goes into the creation of a crouched blanket: the same can be said about the rearing of a child. Lot's of time and patience goes into creating a solid foundation. With each stitch, you are weaving in love, wisdom. knowledge, strength, courage, respect, honor, core values, dignity, honesty, kindness etc. With each stitch your parents were simply preparing you to step out into the world and pursue your goals.
For many if you think back to your teenage response; there was an urgency to break free from their clutches, their attempts to contain you. However, one day your parents veiled you with your blanket and you stepped out into the world with your armor and when you were least prepared for battle, life happened. With each challenge you encountered, you found yourself clinging to your armor. I went on to share how even in the best of circumstances, we never stop longing for the love, reassurance, protection, joy, and realness that family brings to us.
In addition, I shared how during the week of March 20th, I was in San Diego for several Literary events as well as, sharing time with my family. I arrived depleted and with each passing hour, I felt my soul being replenished. I find it amazing how mom's love, family hugs, combined with the love of good friends is a recipe for a fabulous experience. I invited all to set aside time to invest in family.
I concluded by reminding all of how so many times when a family member is gravely ill or passes away, we say, if I only had one more day, if I could just sit with this person and express what it is I feel, if I only had more time, I would cherish it. I stated that if you woke up this morning, then you had been given just that...another day!!! All were encouraged to spend that day cherishing family and friends.
It was a soulful day on Inspirational Conversations Radio Show,
Love, Peace and Joy,
Mary E. Gilder author of award winning novel, A Misrepresentation of Myself,
bookclubs.maryegilder@yahoo.com
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