Chapter 28

What begins as moments of glory don't always end as monumental acts of reverence. Every once in awhile, things that start out so strong, so attractive, and so inviting, end before you even have a chance to think twice about what could've possibly induced the turn of events. Life has a funny way of leading us on our path. Things that seemed so clear, become muddy in truth and illusion.

Finding the truth for me and discerning the false aspects, always proves to be an interesting experience. Did I learn something from the experience? Did I grow in some way? Is there something that I can take away from this rough patch in my otherwise joyous journey called life that will leave me feeling fulfilled? Despite the lackluster ending of some of life’s unexplained experiences, I know that the unexpected chapters of life typically end up the way they do for a reason. For only through these enigmatic endings can we embark on new beginnings. A new chapter; untitled and totally open to all of life’s mystical and magical glories.

Speaking of chapters, have you ever given thought to who the author of your life is? The author of my life is a formidable pairing of myself and the evanescent cosmos. Along time ago, I made a decision that I would not depend on others to scribble the notes with their messy penmanship that would eventually become my life. Now I’m not saying main characters are not influenced and touched by outsiders, I’m simply saying that I have the ability to ultimately control the plots; the twists and turns and ups and downs that materialize into what will someday, be a great read. In fact, I like to believe that we even have the control over what color pen we write our life novel in and in what language we use to describe it. Personally, I like to use pencil when scribbling in my chapters. I create a much more interesting character because of the impermanence it exudes. So far in life, I have learned that everything really is impermanent. I hold things in my hand with an open palm; if it is to be taken away from me, I will freely let it go. If it decides to stay, I will support it with the freedom that if it does decide to leave me, I will freely let it go.

Do I have control to decide what the next chapter of my life will include? Or even to control how this current chapter will play out? No. But I do have the control to work cooperatively with my partner, the cosmos, to ensure the words I do use are full of love and acceptance. You see, my partner is here to ensure the best for me. The universe is on my side. Mother Nature knows exactly what is best for me and I trust her. We will get through this together. What you must remember though, is that your attitude will become the words and your willingness to accept the circumstances and obstacles you face in this chapter, will eventually become the ending. Exactly the way you act now will alter the ending to your story. Whether big or small, dramatic or humorous, sad or happy; you have the ability to write your own words through your language and your attitude. Make it something worth reading.