You've done it before and you can do it now. See the positive possibilities. Redirect the substantial energy of your grief and turn it into positive, effective, unstoppable determination.
Ralph Marston
#yes
#determination
#intention
#keepmoving
Shared from the amazingly inspirational Jeannie Kern.
In the midst of struggle, I found there was, within me, an invincible peace.
In the midst of tears, I found there was, within me, an invincible joy.
In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer.
And that makes me happy.
For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me,
within me, there’s something stronger - something better, pushing right back.
Albert Camus
So, this quote (and there are several versions floating around) is often mistakenly attributed to Albert Camus. Turns out that none of them are his work. He did write about the midst of winter and an invincable summer, and perhaps seeking economy of words, he thought that enough. Other anonymous authors seemed to think his words needed elaboration, and more than a few have taken a crack at it. Setting the authorship of specific words aside, it is a beautiful idea, an idea that was his, and is oh so true. When we open our hearts, incredible strength can be mustered in the darkest of times. And when this strength is directed in ways that are productive and personally meaningful (that is, living wide) it’s amazing what can happen.
Human Spirit, Noticing, Community
A small, but dedicated Living Wide exploratory team launched a mission to the Greek Isles this week. While Living Wide shirts were seen on various islands, the team briefly landed on Patmos and made the grueling climb to the monastery where they made a new friend, Thea, who lives there and cares for the nearby ancient windmills. While sadly, our outpost could not be permanent, Thea assures us that it can remain in spirit and that she will be following our efforts. She reminds us all not to miss signs from God and to recognize all the amazing miracles of life that are happening all around us (See Noticing, above.) Candles were lit for many individuals among us and for the entire Living Wide family. Welcome, Thea.
