I’m not going to dive into my plans of preparation tonight. I’m just wanting to speak of my sadness and support of the people of Belguim tonight. This terrorism has got to stop and my heart breaks for the victims and their families….but as I see it, we are a global family and we feel such desperation and helplessness. With that being said, we can’t allow fear to run our lives….I’m thinking that’s their intention. The question was asked if it will be changing my plans…..absolutely not! Will I move forward with just a bit more caution….heightened awareness of my surroundings? Absolutely. Will I try to be a good steward toward the land and it’s people? I will try to do my best.
I don’t think I’m alone, but I do believe there are consequences when someone is wrong but just who and how those consequences are played out are where many of us come into disagreement. I have a tendency to fall into the group that thinks that love and peace should prevail and that karma will play out but I have caught myself contradicting that philosophy when I get angry and want this faction to be taken out of the equation. So, in times like these I’m torn. I have no answers and I look to some that might have a better solution…not seeing much potential right now, but I have faith in humanity and the higher power that oversee us all. I don’t think the answer comes from one leader or another but in a cooperative, cohesive, global, community plan. We have still so much to learn as a human race. But I do feel it all starts individually….and with this I bid you all, good night.
Jill says:
Wait…so one person can’t rule the world??! What am I to do with my life now??!
But in all seriousness, well said. I think a lot of us think that peace and unity alone will push out the evil and terror. But in reality, it is the actions and policies of those who encompass peace and unity where we will see change. The world has to come together, it’s not a certain country’s problem, it’s everyone’s.
Laurie Baker says:
I applaud your determination to carry on as planned. If not, then their goal of fear and paralysis has been accomplished. Good for you my LD sista..you have the spirit and heart of an adventurer, after long preparation, planning and many trials… The Visa will happen if necessary and you will be on your way. I read the other day, “Fearlessness is the new pretty”. Onward you go!