From time to time I'm haunted by the difficulties I had in my past!
My anger for these events well in my chest, making me frustrated that I didn't handle them differently! That there are people in the world capable of great cruelty!
In these moments, I try to remember that the pain, mistakes, and trauma are all a part of who I am now. Wisdom comes from these experiences.
I thank whatever God there be that I survived those times.
And I repeat to myself- "That was then, this is now. That was then, this is NOW"!
No matter what we've experienced, what mistakes we've made, we have today- And today we can be wiser, perhaps more gentle with ourselves and others. Today is a new opportunity to do the right thing, make better choices, and learn from the past.
So- I revel in "Today" and thank What Ever Power There Be for another opportunity to Love, Learn, Laugh, and Experience!
The Past was THEN-- This Is NOW!!
Thank you for those encouraging words to begin my day.
ReplyDeleteDear Marge- You are most welcome! Thank you for your comment!
DeleteMarcy Padrta
aka Nonna Marcy
You Are a Highly Advanced and Compassionate Beacon of Peace and Renewal; reading this is like having my Spiritual Avionics updated. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteDear Reader- Thank you for your comment! We all have memories that can haunt. Today is a new chance for different choices! Peace and Blessings!
ReplyDeleteMarcy Padrta
aka Nonna Marcy