When It’s Time to Let Go…

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Tuesday, March 18, 2008
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I was walking through my quiet neighborhood early one recent morning. The sun had just risen; everything was crystal clear in the chilly first light of day, and perfectly still. No wind, no sound save a far-off flock of crows. As I walked, I noticed leaves falling from the brown winter oaks. Not a bl...

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Wrapped in your own arms
KayeD
Friday, March 21, 2008 at 11:38 AM

Oh PJ. This was phenominal. So many things mentioned here are things I need to do. To forgive myself for not being perfect and the biggie, the guilt that I've felt since I've realized I can't DO and BE everything and to allow other people to help me. I'm printing this sharepost off and reading it again and again, to remind me that I human and I'm imperfect.

Thank you PJ.

Kaye

When we die, we die wrapped in our own arms.

re: Wrapped in your own arms
PJ Hamel
Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 09:35 AM
Guilt is so eviscerating, Kaye. Feel it, recognize it, then try to let it go. As you say, none of us is perfect. I try to do my best every day, go to bed, then get up the next day and try again. No regrets; no "should haves." Live in the moment, try to be kind and giving to those around you, and when you die, you die wrapped in your own arms, sure; but in the virtual arms of everyone you've ever touched... Peace, Kaye- PJH

when its time to let go
Anonymous
Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 09:39 PM

I am a stage four breast cancer survivor, now trying to live to the fullest every day, I wake each morning thankful for all that I am able to do today, I have learned that you do need to let people help you. Basically don't sweat the small stuff and just enjoy all the beauty that envelops each one of us everyday. I believe I have seen heaven many times on earth in the last few months. I don't waste time worrying about what I can't fix. I am living in the moment and cherishig every second. I have found in my family and friends there are angels among us everyday.

re: when its time to let go
PJ Hamel
Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 09:51 PM

Thank you for sharing with us. Those are beautiful words, and I'm sure you're a beautiful person. You've certainly found the "secret" - living in the moment. No looking back, no looking too far forward... Just be. And love. Hold onto that feeling.... PJH