Sometimes I get to meet the most amazing and incredibly
inspiring people.
This past week, I met a family who has learned to appreciate and
value every achievement in life, regardless of how small. This has been part of
their life's journey in caring for a child with a developmental disorder. The
simple act of learning to eat or making a friend is an occasion to rejoice
in their household.
When challenges arise and families learn to navigate the
effects of life-altering health issues, people can rise up to meet obstacles
with astounding strength, love and grace. There is a beauty in this, that
takes my breath away.
I am reminded of a story I heard last week about an Amish
community that suffered great loss in a mass shooting in their schoolhouse.
Despite the tragic loss of the lives of five young girls, that community’s response was one
of forgiveness and love toward the perpetrator and his family. I heard that
donations were accepted by the Amish community only on the condition that an
equal amount be given to the perpetrator’s family. (Online sources verify that “some” donations were designated for the perpetrator's family.)
Looking up the incident, I am brought to a stunned
silence by the horror of it. I am greatly humbled by the human capacity
for forgiveness and compassion as demonstrated by the community's response.
This week, I will remember the capacity for Love that exists
inside us all. I will remember that when we are called upon to make a choice,
we can choose to meet any challenge, no matter how big or small, with great
Love.
Namaste,
T
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