Setting Sail

To reach a port we must sail,

sometimes with the wind

and sometimes against it.

But we must not drift

or lie at anchor.

Oliver Wendell Holmes

Life offers us many opportunities, and for that I am thankful as it seems I make many attempts without appropriate follow through.  I become distracted or perhaps discouraged allowing the idea or dream to float away.

Often times we meet resistance either from our selves or from others.  We need to simply step through the energy presenting as a block to successfully reach the other side.  Fear and resistance are opportunities to make our selves stronger, as discovery has never been an easy task for any one.

When a plan comes together or ideas become aligned, we are in the flow or find smooth sailing.  We feel supported in our efforts and we find our struggles have been worth while. 

The most important step, however, is setting sail out side of our comfort zone into unknown territories.  Courage can be our companion with positive attitude tucked into our pocket.  We can carefully chart our course, but be ready for the winds to carry us into unexpected waters. 

Let's remember to turn our faces towards the sun, to feel its warm embrace; to be lulled by the rhythm of the waves; and to gently end our day with the setting sun.  And if we find our selves drifting, begin once again.