“Pain is a pesky part of being human, I've learned
it feels like a stab wound to the heart, something I wish we could all
do without, in our lives here. Pain is a sudden hurt that can't be
escaped. But then I have also learned that because of pain, I can feel
the beauty, tenderness, and freedom of healing. Pain feels like a fast
stab wound to the heart. But then healing feels like the wind against
your face when you are spreading your wings and flying through the air!
We may not have wings growing out of our backs, but healing is the
closest thing that will give us that wind against our faces.” An unexpected but most welcomed opportunity arose for our family to become the caretakers of the 100 year old Point Robinson lighthouse on Vashon Island. Having grown up on the island, I wanted nothing more than to ditch city life in Portland in exchange for the natural playground of forest and shore that Vashon offers. I wanted my kids to be kids, to have real community and to be a part of a rich historical legacy. These writings reflect my daily musings within this dynamic landscape.
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
let the wind blow
“Pain is a pesky part of being human, I've learned
it feels like a stab wound to the heart, something I wish we could all
do without, in our lives here. Pain is a sudden hurt that can't be
escaped. But then I have also learned that because of pain, I can feel
the beauty, tenderness, and freedom of healing. Pain feels like a fast
stab wound to the heart. But then healing feels like the wind against
your face when you are spreading your wings and flying through the air!
We may not have wings growing out of our backs, but healing is the
closest thing that will give us that wind against our faces.”
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