When Someone Does Something Extraordinary

This beautiful poem was written by Dawn, she is a good friend to my sister, Gaby. In about two months, Gaby and I will be together once again. It has been 11 years since we have held each other. With dedication to our friendship and honoring one another over the years, Dawn wrote this poem for us. What an amazing friend she must be to take time to put into words just how much we have missed each other and how wonderful our coming togethet will be.

Thank you Dawn for this gift.

I haven't seen you for so long, it makes me sad to say. So now I've the chance to come, I cannot wait to stay. You're such a special sister, Daughter and Auntie too. No one in the world means more, I'm sure you know that's true. So I'll see you in September, When your special birthday's here. And we'll make memories to remember, Through all the coming years. See you soon then precious, Will count the days till then. Thanks, for being my sister, And my extra Special Friend.

"She sent it to me today as she has been thinking about you. She is such a star - Love Gaby"

Nothing Is Permanent

The loss of a relationship that has been a big part of your life. What happens along the way, the journey of friendship and the feeling of unconditional love that turns inside out because of perceptions that live inside our minds. What turns unconditional love into 'conditional' love? We are merely humans following our path, learning to be humble, to be students of life and love. As the Dalai Lama conveys through the Four Noble Truths.. " that what brings you joy today, brings you sorrow tomorrow. " I quote from a recent piece on Humility and Soul Consciousness " Humble people are never critical of others. They simply accept people for what they are. They never attempt to force their will on others. They live life recognizing that everyone has a right to his own opinions and viewpoints. Instead of criticizing, they live their lives using truth and reason in their dealings with others. They are always willing to be last, and they accept life as a series of experiences and conditions that they need to deal with selflessly in order to continue to learn higher truths." Every challenge has it's lessons and blessings. I'm on my path.