Moving takes us through a journey into our past. We discover hidden, dusty gems; old photos, dog-eared books and troves of long forgotten items, so carefully tucked away, their existence was completely left behind.
Buried deep beneath decades old photographs, some were black and white, I found a tiny, keepsake booklet. Immediately it brought back memories of a time in my life where my outlook was far from rosy. My dearest cousin included it as part of a birthday present. Inside she simply wrote, Dearest Stef, I love you and am proud to be your cousin.
As I thumbed through the book, many of the passages are as applicable today as they were when the book was copyrighted (1989 – way before social networking, the internet and cell phones). Here is a passage that I would like to share with you, as it is applicable to everyone’s dreams, path and higher purpose.
If a small acorn looked up from the ground at a giant old oak tree, thinking, I can never make one of those, it probably wouldn’t. Look at any seed: apple, tomato, pumpkin, maple, marigold, or sweet pea. Is there any sign from the appearance of these tiny seeds to indicate the tall trees, lush foliage, or abundance of fruits and vegetables they bring?
We may sometimes doubt our own ability to accomplish our goals. We may still see ourselves in the shadow of past experiences. But seeds don’t develop best in shadows. They need sunlight, water and good, nutritious soil.
We can nurture ourselves and bring forth a magnificent harvest, grow tall and strong and withstand the ever-changing seasons of life. We can replace the shadow with the light of faith and hope. We can remember the acorn.
My intent is to remain open to all the wonderful possibilities within myself.
dear stefan,
What a fantastic post. thanks for sharing.
Wish you love, peace and happiness.
Trisha
A useful seed of thought. Thanks.
Keep on resonating with THAT energy.
Love and peace,
Bing Sapungan
Stefan,
Very prolific and inspirational…thank you for reminding me. Sometimes, many times, I feel like that tiny acorn, when all the while the world seems to see me and expects me to be the mighty oak. Thank you for nurturing my soul with this, and reminding me that I AM the mighty oak, even if I don't always see or feel myself to be that way all the time.
I am, I am, I am!
Love, peace, and happiness to your Being,
Lia