Freedom is not Free

Finding joy in memories sets us free.

 

9-11 brings to us memories of such a heinous nature.  The memory of this day brings with it sadness, tears and heartbreak.  As many of us believe that the atrocious acts perpetrated upon humanity on this day 13 years ago, so too, are there many that believe that this was not an act of terrorism but rather an act against a nation by its government.  Whichever is the case, it has taught us, not just those who live in the United States of America, but throughout the world, that freedom is in reality not free.  

The cost of human life that has been expended during the last 13 years is preposterous.  Not only have those in America suffered these losses, but those of other nations too.  The effect of death upon those left behind can and often is devastating.  Not only have those that remain, lost a loved one, but they have lost a bread winner, a provider, a source of wisdom and guidance to the younger generations that are left behind.  In the act of transition of those who have crossed over, have left many homeless, directionless and often in a state of lack.   Many of those left behind do not have access to mental healthcare.  Rather, they are left to journey through their grief unguided.  Many do not know how to cope let alone accept that their loved one has crossed to the afterlife.  Stories abound of those who give up, existing, rather than living as their grief eats away at them.   Friends and family of those going through this journey, often at wits end in their unknowingness of how to extend loving support and often themselves are led into states of depression as they watch their loved ones corrode away in grief.  It is not all, who can face life squarely in the face of death and carry on as if it is just another day.

Surely as society, we can see that Freedom is not free.  The price of war is extremely high to all concerned. 

In each of us, lies the capability to make our own choices and decisions.  Some of us act without thought; some of us act only after thought. Some of us look to the future to assess the outcome of our actions whilst others don’t.  Many of us act in the moment paying no attention to the ripple affect our actions have on those around us and in the world or to the consequence to our own selves. 

We are brought to an understanding at some time in our lives, that each action has a reaction; each choice a consequence.  Stop for a moment and think about that. How different our paths would be if we took the time to reflect and think before we act.

Having said all this, we should look further into the purpose of our lives.  Do we comprehend that each of us incarnate to experience certain things; to learn from each experience?  Many of us don’t.

Yet, when we take the time to explore our journeys, we find that each experience has led us to a point of learning.   Each person in our lives has participated and been instrumental in allowing us the opportunity of growth.  Sometimes those lessons are harsh and extremely painful, as in the experience of those who have lost loved ones throughout this long and arduous war. 

Yet, there is always a ray of sunshine each day.  There are the positive little miracles that we experience throughout our journeys.  These are the memories we hold dear to us of our loved ones. The times we spent laughing joyously, the early rising to watch a sunrise together, the cups of coffee or tea brought to us by our loved ones, the enjoyment of a meal together or the act of simply BEing in the company of each other. Each of us has our own unique memories which get us through the tough times.  When we can look past the pain to the joy that we had together:  This is the freedom that is free.

My prayers are that you will find joy in remembrance, celebration in the continuance of your loved ones soul journey, compassion and forgiveness for all those affected by this war and as you do may you find peace within your soul.  May the Golden Light of your Divine reign down upon as you are blessed.

In love and light,

Amanda

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