peace

I received an email last night from a Parent of one of the girls in the Folio Story. It was very short but meaningful, a "Thank You" for the support.  Earlier in the day yesterday the Mother in me was very much preoccupied with these girls, their sisters, their friends and I wanted so much to try and say something to help.  Since I now know that at least one of them knows these blogs exist I have my chance. 

Girls,

First and foremost always remember that you are truly unique in this world although it sometimes doesn't feel that way.  You are precious to your Creator as well as your earthly Parents, regardless of what you do, and that is called unconditional love.  Always remember that many horrible things can happen to your physical body, but they cannot truly touch the essence of who you are, you are flesh, spirit and soul.  You and only you have the power to not allow the core of your being to be damaged.  It is difficult sometimes to not allow negative thoughts and emotions to seep in, the biggest hurdle in taking control over your life is to forget that it is a DAILY CHOICE.  Remember each day is a gift, and a new beginning, even with a job, each day you have to get up and make that choice to go to work.  It is this way when tragedy and adversity comes to reside in your life.  Each day, each moment that you smile, or laugh, do something for someone else, or yourself is a victory.  So, each day you have to make the choice, and the effort to value who you are by realizing that what you have experienced can make you stronger, and that YOU TRULY are the only person that has the control to make that choice.  So much of life that we fear is a lack of control, when you believe and accept that you are truly all powerful in how you let things effect you your life will change forever, but the daily choice to do so must always be made.

Go peacefully and quietly amid the excitement and extremes of life. Remember, there is peace in silence.

As far as possible and without surrendering your soul, be on good terms with all persons.

Speak your truth quietly and clearly. Listen closely to others, even the seemingly dull and ignorant, for they too have their own story to share with those who will listen.

Avoid loud and aggressive persons for, though they may mean well, they are annoyance and unhappiness to your spirit.