Conversation – 18

Sharing Peace

Having strangers in our homes can be difficult, but we can choose to treat their energy as an exchange of gifts as well as an exercise in acceptance.

When we have created a sanctuary in our home, it can be jarring to have the outside world come in. It is easy to share our space with those we know well, but often strangers are asked in as household help, contractors, or technicians that help us make our homes more comfortable. Acquaintances of our spouses or children also bring something new and different into our space. If we resist their presence, treating it as an intrusion, we restrict the free flow of energy and may miss the gift they bring. Instead, we can choose to treat their energy as an exchange of gifts as well as an exercise in acceptance.

Before their arrival, we can prepare by envisioning light surrounding our bodies and radiating outward from the core of our homes. We may want to create a calm and welcoming environment by playing meditation music or lighting incense. We can remove tension for all involved by putting away our valuables. Then when they arrive, we claim our boundaries by guiding them through their visit—asking them to remove their shoes, offering coasters or a place to set down tool boxes, and indicating by example to speak softly or not use harsh language. If something still causes stress, we can remember that what begins as an irritation to an oyster becomes a pearl. After they depart, we can burn sage and clear our space if we like but not without first finding the pearl.

Finally, remember that we learn about life by relating with others. People may have been sent to our homes because we ignored some of the universe’s messengers outside. Our homes need not be a way to keep people out but can be the place where we are ourselves while accepting and allowing other’s choices. When we share the joy of our homes, we radiate our light rather than hide it behind closed doors. The more we do this, the more the outside world can become like the sanctuary we’ve created inside. AMEN!

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California here is to a nice and safe week. Kitten be well.

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. What a beautiful post you did yesterday. Thank you for your kind
thoughts. I know we will see our fur babies one day.

I think I cried off and on all day it comes in waves. I will miss him in the moonlight and the
sunlight in the summer he always like to sit on the couch with me. Charlie spoiled my
husband he had to sit on his lap and even sleep when hubby went to sleep. I think my
husband heart is broken he refuse to talk about it. I know my husband that is his way of
dealing with grief.

How is your Hockey Team going so far? I am getting over this cold. I guess it is one thing
at a time.

Wishing you a great week. Blowing a gentle hug to you and Jake’s Canvas.
I love saying this because I really mean it.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. Taci your post was hilarious from last night.
OZ always gets lots of hail and we had the rain too.

I just happen to look at the world’s news and saw a lot of snow in places where they
have never had before.

I just hope no further damages to homes and property.

Taci if you go to hike take care and Happy Trails To You.

I am missing Charlie.

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Oodie according to your post
from last night you have another busy day. I hope you had some good rest last night.

Enjoy your time with your husband today if you take more goodies. Oodie there is a test
you can take to determine if you have indeed had Covid-19. I would talk to my doctor
and they can order labs to make that determination.

I did check on my neighbors and they are doing alright they do have kids and are well
taken care of. I can wave in my backyard at them as they have a indoor patio with sliding
doors. We have been talking and they missed Charlie so much.I am so glad I did
everything I did for Charlie I have beautiful memories.

Let me know when your appliances are delivered and how the chair looks in the MB.
Oodie take your time you are every which way a person can be getting your home
back in order after a storm is no easy thing. I feel your husband in rehab and trying to
find answers to his health issues is not a walk in the park and your health too.

I hope your weather is nice today. Sometimes nice weather and the sun can give you
just a spark of energy.

@xango,

Good day in Florida. I am getting over my cold almost there. Hey OZ has the Sun today.
I know you may need to catch your breath from you getaway.

I am missing Charlie and that will take a while for me to get over him I will always love him.

I am catching up on things around the house and I plan to take Poppy for an extra long
walk as I need to breathe.

@loaf,

Wishing you a great week in Ohio Loaf check in when you can.

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