"For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you."
Walt Whitman
Growing up in the city, diversity was prevalent. I was exposed to different religions which shaped my views to be ecumenical. It was not unusual to overhear languages unknown to myself. Walking through neighborhoods, I certainly was aware of both rich and poor. People intrigued me, as we were all so very different.
Perhaps I was oblivious, but there was never pressure to dress a certain way. Appropriately, yes, but in my own way. Always an array of styles, I learned to choose what I liked or what I felt good in. The search to discover personal identity was usually intense, but I believed that we were all looking for answers to reflect who we were meant to be.
I believe we are all good people. It's just that we fail to make good choices, resist healing, and fall into darkness. We are all children of God with free will to learn from each other. I can not bring myself to hate. Yes, I may be opposed to other perceptions, but I will do my best to understand. Until death, I will shine my light to see and hopefully be seen.
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