New Years Day

I remember with gratitude the fruits of the labors of
others, which I have shared as a part of the normal
experience of daily living.

I remember the beutiful things that I have seen, heard,
and felt - some, as a result of definate seeking on my
part, and many that came unheralded into my path,
warming my heart and rejoicing my spirit.

I remember the moments of distress that proved to be
groundless and those that taught me profoundly about
the evilness of evil and the goodness of good.

I remember the new people I have met, from whom I
have caught glimpses of the meaning of my own life
and the true character of human dignity.

I remember the dreams that haunted me during the
year, keeping me ever mindful of goals and hopes
which I did not realize but from which I drew
inspiration to sustain my life and keep steady my
purposes.

I remembe the awareness of the spirit of God
that sought me out in my aloneness and gave to
me a sense of assurance that undercut my
despair and confirmed my life with new courage and
abiding hope.
                -Howard Thurman, "Blessings at Year End"

Thank You  Howard, for reminding me that in all, there is
blessing and invitation.
Thank You friends, for reminding me always to lean into
the wind and to journey arm in arm down the many roads
before me.
Thank You Mother Nature for showing me the cycle of life,
and the beauty and wonder in each and every day.
Thank You recovery, for keeping me alive and available
to be present to the gift of all.
Thank You God, for this gift of life, Please guide me to cherish
this gift and use it in accordance with your call.

Love, Cate