Reflections

“The beginning of love is to let those we love be perfectly themselves, and not to twist them to fit our own image. Otherwise we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them.”    ~Thomas Merton 

Over the last year we have been reflecting on our lives and the direction it has taken. It never ceases to amaze us how life can change directions in an instant. Relationships change, jobs change, interests change, just to name a few...nothing in life ever seems constant. Since starting this Journey of Love we have experienced life in a new way, having a greater worldly mindset which provides an ever increasing cultural and social awareness. This journey has caused to us to truly reflect on what is important to us and in our lives: family, friends, enjoying/appreciating life to the fullest, and giving back in whatever capacity we can. Even though we have experienced a tremendous amount of support during our journey occasionally we run into someone who doesn't understand why we have chosen to take this path. Although we have many different reasons for why, really it can be summed up in one answer: "Because that is where our daughter is", sometimes you can't fully explain what your heart feels or knows. When we reflect on our life together we feel: a deep contentment for the growth we have experienced and how the past has contributed to who we are today, an appreciation for the current moment or experience, and tremendous excitement about the future. We are so thankful to be on this Journey of Love and feel/know one thing is constant in our lives...the deep love we have for each other and for our daughter.

"I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death."    ~Leonardo da Vinci