Unmet Expectations
I seriously didn’t even pay attention to my own expectations until Life with Littles. Of course I had expectations, but for me they were simply an ironclad guide for a smooth life, and not something I actively considered may differ from others’. Naive? Well, yeah.
Dissipate the Darkness of Loneliness
The loneliest place on the planet is in the midst of disconnected humans.
We humans are connected whether we acknowledge it or not. We humans need connection whether we acknowledge it or not. Joy comes from embracing that connection. Pretending it isn’t so just leads to loneliness. Shine your light to dissipate the darkness of loneliness. As we give, so will we receive.
The Whole Picture
When we believe our perception is complete, we stop looking for the truth beyond. Makes sense. Why would you look further if you think you see the whole picture?
Mine to Love, Not to Keep
As I ran down the sidewalk holding the bicycle seat as my daughter learned to ride, I was reluctant to let go. If I let go, she might fall. She might get hurt. She might hit her head. Did I struggle to release my grip? Yep. However, I knew she couldn’t succeed until I did.
Let go of the bike, but not the Love. Then, appreciate her journey from alongside her.