This is my first try ever posting, so I hope I figure it out. Hello everyone. I'm one of the lurkers who happened to be in the right place, at the right time, to find my way here. I'm amazed to be here, actually. It feels like I've found all my pals that I've known forever, but haven't seen in so long. This is the coolest thing, ever. A reunion.
I can't sit back and lurk anymore. Your sharing of Wisdom is such a beautiful offering, and I'm learning so much. But you are correct about the sponge thing…. so here I am.
We will figure this out, together.
For many years I have jokingly (seriously) told people that I am "working on the great unifying theory of everything" and would hold that out there. I would say, I was hoping for a spark of recognition or response that would encourage further joint exploration or sharing. But had not found it. Never gave up, but just kept researching on my own and trying to drop crumbs along the way.
There have been the usual tests and struggles. I have learned that for every test, there is a gift which follows, upon learning the lesson, that makes the test worthwhile, even if at the time it doesn't feel that way. With repetition of these types of very trying experiences, there comes a sort of trust in the process. And acceptance, gratitude and … "WOW." The glimpses start to come more into focus.
That's enough for now. I'm happy to be here with you all. Thank you for creating this gathering place.