Life’s Passages

A long time ago, many moons ago, I knew I had to do something symbolic. So I purchased a bunch of balloons. I drove to an open field.

I tied my bruised feelings to the strings. I took a deep breath, and released them. They bobbed and danced through the blue of the landscape until I could see the balloons no more.

And I walked away.

Sometimes in order to move on, we have to give ourselves a symbol.

Life is a journey. I’ve learned that we have to find and experience the beauty when and where we can.

But when life cuts you deep, allow yourself to fully feel it.

For my friend who is hurting today, know that there is a time for everything. When it hurts to say goodbye, hit pause. Take the time to let yourself grieve.

Learn what you can from the experience. Put the memory in a special place. If the tears form, go ahead and let them fall.

Release it, finally. And let it go.