“Life is not the way it’s supposed to be. It’s the way it is. The way you deal with it is what makes the difference.” – Virginia Satir 
Just the other day, I had chatted on the phone with Jodi’s friend, Emily. It was a wonderful and lively conversation that reunited our connection — in some ways more like girlfriends.
I was struck by the essence of time as it had been seven years since Jodi’s diagnosis. It was during our phone call that we both felt the paradox of time — you know what I mean.
“When I think about these past seven years,” said Emily — “there’s been so many changes like college, moving to NYC, three years of a career, friends, relationship commitments, travel and more.” “And yet Jodi had only 18 months . . . and so much had happened in so very little time.”
Later that night, I thought about Emily’s insight and perspective on time. Seven years ago, I had done some research on Lance Armstrong. I remember he wrote that cancer was the best experience in his life. He had found a new perspective on life, new relationships with family and friends and developed a foundation of cancer survivors.
I had asked in the past and even now, is this life experience pointing us to commit our life’s purpose for a greater good? What are your thoughts?
Peg, your blog posts always move me. Yes, I do believe that if we are conscious, aware and want to give tribute to those that matter, we do allow lifes challanges and experiences to guide us to a greater purpose that matters. Just as Jodi has done for you…. you are up to big big things lately.
Lorin, thank you for your powerful comment. I also believe that once we become conscious, aware and want to give, then the HOW to do so with choice can move us. — Peg
Absolutely for the better good! I pray I find my role in it.