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CHILD-LIKE BEAUTY

Yesterday I met a little girl, her name is Edith; who as she finished her doctor's visit, stopped by the building's cafe in order to ask for a giant muffin. As I paid for my capuccino, I saw her walk towards a little table with two of her dolls in hand and a princess tote on her shoulder.

You would think that Edith is a girl like many others; who likes sweets, dolls and the color pink; except, this little one is much older, I would say in her forties.

She gladly shared pieces of her life and with that she added that her disability was due to the fact that she was dropped as a baby; which caused brain trauma and other severe damage, including convulsions for most of her life. She also added that these convulsions might lead to the need for a wheelchair, which she spoke about with great excitement; the one you usually see in young children.

I was fascinated by her way of seeing life; childhood is after all, one of the most wonderful stages; one where everything is happy and exciting, so I continued my conversation with this amazing little soul.


I learned that she had a princess bed, and that soon she would get a pair of pink glasses, but more than anything, I learned that she had the wonderful gift of joy and simplicity that every one of us must keep within, despite the need to mature and be responsible.

She left me with a joie de vivre that I had not experienced in quite some time; perhaps because I take myself too seriously, and so the inner child came back.......

lovely image by Vicky Starz via Style Me Pretty






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CONQUERING FEAR

What started out as a plan for a ski trip, turned into a vacation not to be forgotten. As we sat at a coffee shop bringing up details, our blind friend was the first to jump into the plan. At first some disbelief that she could even dream about skiing. I myself have my reservations when at the slopes, so to witness her fearless attitude began to give us courage.....

A ski school for the blind was our next search, and to our disbelief, they do exist, so the questions wandered through our minds of the huge responsibility this trip would entail. A different kind of vacation; one where we witness our courageous friend conquer the snow! She is truly one of a kind, blind from birth, she has conquered her fears, gone through college and a masters degree, plays the piano, socializes on fb, and totally ready to hit the slopes.


Everything was planned, it was a matter of days; however, unforeseen events forced most of us to cancel the trip. Regardless of this, our friend was determined, jumped on a plane on her own and met with a friend that lived near the mountain so she could fulfill her new goal. Doing incredibly well, she returned home triumphant, giving us the clear sense that this was a different type of vacation; one where we got to experience snow through a whole set of eyes.........

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snow heart found via spin news magazine



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EVERYDAY BEAUTY

Recently I found myself moving things around the house as there was to be a change in flooring, and it was from that little task, that I was able to have a wonderful reflection. I could notice with greater ease, the beauty of each little accessory or piece of furniture, and I realized that as much as I love my home and the overall look and feel of it, we get used to our surroundings and cease to be constantly amazed.

Everything had a new glow when taken away from the usual place, and even when I thought I did not own many pairs of shoes, I changed my mind as these were placed outside the closet. My mind kept thinking of how important it is to appreciate and be grateful for what we have been given; even when it becomes monotonous. This applies to everything and everyone, from a home, job, loved one, or even our relationship with God.

Not long after this little reflection, I found myself putting everything back into place and sorting through old paperwork, and as I went trough every old statement or medical bill, I suddenly came across bits and pieces of previous years; including several letters from my now husband, written to me back when we were still dating and going through discernment in many areas of our life. It was fun to thread it all together and see that every moment and decision has led us to where we are today and that as the years go by, we are responsible for continuing to find virtue in one another and building each other constantly.

The letters now reside within a small box, next to other great reminders of the wonderful life I have been given and I intend to make a conscious effort to look at these often and with gratefulness.


About eight years ago, I wrote a few lines that may illustrate the above reflections in a more abstract; yet relevant way:

How to Preserve a Given Treasure

Do not let the everyday debris cover the beauty
of that wonderful treasure you have been given.

Go ahead; dust it off, as dust is superfluous,
it is worthless; it is nothing but particles of matter
regarded as the result of disintegration.
It makes it opaque; impenetrable by light.

Quite the contrary, try to polish it, to remove
the outer layers, so that its shine and beauty are everlasting.

Remember; dust is inevitable, but with a good piece of cloth,
and the willingness to make it shine; its beauty will be preserved
for years to come
..............

Do not let this happen to you, that when a day comes
that your treasure appears dusty and useless,
you dispose of it thinking it has lost its worth.

Someone then may unbury such wonder and polish it to perfection,
finding great enjoyment, in the midst of an ever dusty world
..............

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