Day 112

This frog sculpture made me smile, and when I found out it doubles a sprinkler (connect a hose in the back and water arches out of its mouth), I decided to put it at the top of the post tonight.

Today, I had the chance to visit with my dear friends Melissa and Maggie. The last time we were all together was about a month before I began the Walk for Peace.

What I can tell you about these two women is that they have both been teachers of the way of Peace for me.

Melissa mentored me by teaching me ways to truly ground in myself and in my intuition. It was through my work with Melissa that I became comfortable with my spiritual practice, and with the gifts I bring to the world. Our friendship has given me permission to explore and integrate the spiritual, energetic and empathic parts of my myself, inviting their full expression.

Maggie opened her heart to me the day I met her, inviting me to do the same. I have had the opportunity to watch Maggie consistently seek greater understanding of herself and her spiritual path, which is inspiring. And there is a playfulness in Maggie that brings out the best of the little girl in me.

We sat for our meal, and as we were together, I was aware of the distance between a having lovely meal with friends and the enormity of the heart wrenching events we have been witness to in this and other parts of our world of late. I thought about how important and natural it is for each of us to seek out friends and family when we are hurting. I also thought about people who might not have the kind of support system I’m fortunate to have.

I reached out to a few people this afternoon to check in and let them know I’m thinking about them. And, I reached out to offer assistance to a couple of people who expressed their ongoing grief. You see, one thing I am sure of is that although I may not know the answer, I can always ask the question:

“How can I help?”