Today is All Soul’s Day which comes on the heels of All Saint’s Day and Halloween which is also known as the Day of the Dead. Having quietly celebrated my Dad’s birthday yesterday 2 years after he passed, I realize the importance of such a day of remembrance. I was unable to write a fitting post yesterday so I guess today’s is good enough.
Today I ask you to remember those whom have passed in your life. Those souls who have passed away in death and those who have passed out of your life but who are still living ~ for each soul who touches your life has a story and a gift for you. It is up to you to see that for yourself, to accept the gift and to acknowledge it. You also give a gift to those with whom you have connected and it is your choice in what gift you leave behind in your wake. (yes, wake, pun intended).
I had a stormy relationship with my Dad. For a long time after his passing, I was unable to think of his presence in my life as a gift. I turned away from the loving thoughts that would have healed my hurting soul. Anger, resentment and frustration at choices made, situations experienced and life itself ate me up in my heart. I tried very hard to forgive and forget but it wasn’t until I was ready to release the massive black hole that I came to accept him as he was, flaws and all. And in accepting him, I was able to see that I was accepting myself. Geez if I had only not wasted so much time in turmoil, but then my lesson took longer than I expected. I’ve learned that lessons come in the right time when we are ready to learn.
We have a life here filled with choices that by our free will, we are divinely guided, when we listen with our hearts. Please take a moment today to listen to your heart ~ fill up your heart with love, light and hope; warm yourself with Divine Guidance; see the good in all people; trust your soul; bless those in your life (past and present) and accept each soul’s gift with gratitude for the experience and beauty that is present in all presence.
Rest in Peace Dad.
Shine On!
xo
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Beautiful post! I’m sending you lots of love! ❤
Thanks Lorrie ~ you know I’m sending you lots of love right back! ♥
As Lorrie Said… beautiful post… I’m going to reply to your comment on my blog. I know this was a special day for you too, because we feel the same… much love to you Yvonne, take care ♥
Thank you Frederic for being here and for your beautiful poetry. You touch my heart! ♥
Love this post. Please never chide yourself for the length of time it takes to learn a lesson, because as you said, these revelations come at the exact right time. We can’t rush healing or learnings. It would be like planting an apple seed and expecting a fruit bearing tree immediately. ❤
You are so inspiring my friend.
Diana xo
Oh Diana, I feel the same way about you! Thank you for your sweet note. I finally learned to accept lessons in the time they are supposed to come and to be learned and move on. It’s hard because I used to like to do everything yesterday but now I know better. Big hugs to you xoxo
How lovely. Thanks for the heads up. Sometimes Halloween encompasses too much or it is the sugar high.
Well said, and received. Great message.
Thanks Wendy. xo
Yvonne this one is precious a beautiful tribute to your Dad and a good message to lift me up today and focus on the people around me.
I am so happy that my post lifted you up today! Big healing hugs to you! ♥
No regrets. Only forgiveness and love for yourself Yvonne. He knows your heart. You share so openly, and in doing so, you allow others to feel connected and know there is hope along their journey. This is the gift we have for each other.
Karen
Karen, thank you ~ your kind comment heals my soul as I wondered if I wrote too much in the post. Thank you for your support xo
Wow, what am amazing and inspiring post! Thanks for sharing. Maybe it will move me forward with my negative feelings about my mom. Love and hugs, N 🙂 ❤
Oh Natalie, I read the book, The Little Soul and the Sun by Neale Donald Walsch and it helped me so much in learning to release the negative feelings. Perhaps it would help you too? Just thought I’d let you know. xo
https://misifusa.wordpress.com/2013/01/13/the-little-soul-and-the-sun/
Thank you for sending me this. I shall read it. Hugs, N 🙂 ❤
Remembering, forgiving and letting go are an important part of this day for all of us Yvonne.
Thank you for sharing here. ❤
Val x
Thank you Val for all of your great advice as well on your blog. I loved today’s post! xo
My, how I have missed your sweet words. You are soulful and touch the hearts of many. You have learned much, and you have shared much. Thanks for being you and for being your gifts. Shine on!
My heartfelt thanks to you for your kindness. Your sweet comment soothed my soul today. ♥ Thanks for being you! Keep shining!
Very nice to read that others, too are healing from painful relationships. I know so many that are struggling with that. The timing is always perfect. Thanks for sharing so openly.
Thank you for connecting with me. I think we all go through relationships where we learn and struggle. I’m sorry if you have had that too, but we are still here right? Still smiling and looking through loving hearts! ♥
Hugging you…❤️
My heartfelt thanks and hugs returned. xo