It is the wonder of each season that gives us sparks and energy. The renewing of Spring is on the way, which of course brings us precious thoughts. There is something very powerful about Spring that triggers special feelings.
Now, in life, we know that it isn’t always that easy to follow our hearts. But yes, it’s good to try and revisit those dreams we’ve always wanted to follow.
When Spring is on the way, we can think of the how, why, and what we can do. With the oncoming of Spring comes an opportunity to follow our hearts.
Spring is always a good time to revisit our hearts’ desires. And then again, there is the age-old question: “If I could live my life over again, what would I do?”
Often, nurses report hearing special feelings from their patients who are in their beds at the end of their lives. Included are some regrets.
The number one regret often is: “I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, and not live the life others expected of me.” When people realize that their life is almost over, they look back. It is easy to see how many dreams have gone unfulfilled.
Most people have not honored even half of their dreams. Many have had to die knowing that it was due to choices that they had made, or not made.
It is very important to try and honor at least some of your dreams along the way. From the moment that you lose your health, it is too late. Health brings a freedom very few realize. Stay healthy!
Think about the change from Winter into Spring. There’s not a person who doesn’t feel those special thoughts as the season’s change. For those who live in the warm weather, it’s always like Spring and Summer!
Recently, after a walk in the morning dew as Spring approaches, I couldn’t help think of the wonderful words from the song Turn! Turn! Turn! written by Pete Seeger. As many of you know, the words of Turn! Turn! Turn! are based on the words in the Bible, Ecclesiastes 3:1-8. It’s a song made popular by The Byrds.
The lyrics of Pete Seeger’s song were taken word for word from the Bible. Seeger added the words “Turn! Turn! Turn!” and “I swear it’s not too late.” Here are the words.
To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time to every purpose, under heaven
A time to be born, a time to die
A time to plant, a time to reap
A time to kill, a time to heal
A time to laugh, a time to weep
To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time to every purpose, under heaven
A time to build up, a time to break down
A time to dance, a time to mourn
A time to cast away stones, a time to gather stones together
To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time to every purpose, under heaven
A time of love, a time of hate
A time of war, a time of peace
A time you may embrace, a time to refrain from embracing
To everything (turn, turn, turn)
There is a season (turn, turn, turn)
And a time to every purpose, under heaven
A time to gain, a time to lose
A time to rend, a time to sew
A time for love, a time for hate
A time for peace, I swear it’s not too late
Amen as they say.
So guys here’s another Springtime coming, and a time to revisit your dreams, your heart desires, and your wishes.
I for one am going to revisit some of those new Spring options. Maybe I’ll write another book.
I’m also going to step out for more in-person sessions which many folks had been missing. Looking forward to seeing you all again, in person.
Meanwhile, Spring is on the way!
For me, my garden is waiting. As always,
Warmly,
Suzane
