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I could hear the winds throughout the night. They did not
keep me awake; however, the new wind chimes I put up yesterday sang to me all
night. It was a deep, low-pitched vibration that provided a sound that touched
my heart. Masculine, I would describe the new wind chimes as a protective,
loving “feel.” I hung them just outside
my bedroom windows where only very strong winds can find their way.
There are small,
high pitched, chimes on the front porch of the main entry way to my home. They
provide a sweet, high-pitched sound easily moved by even the most gentle of
winds. That porch is directly opposite the porch outside my bedroom. It is a
great balance each of the chimes provides and last night the new chimes brought
a teaching into my heart, “Forgiveness frees everyone.”
What an amazing
realization to wake to. Over the past few years, many situations have occurred
that I would have never dreamed would happen within my family. From the
realms of my human mind, I have attempted to understand the whys and to seek
some sort of bridge to keep our family close. Of course, as the human mind does
so well, judgments were made. Who was in error, who was correct, and with that
came all the behaviors that had been tolerated for the sake of keeping family
peace.
Very interesting how
quickly the human mind moves into that all too familiar place; “Right/wrong,
good/bad.” I have been guilty of such behaviors and with that came a separation
of myself from my family. This morning, my “handsome” new wind chimes helped me
realize exactly what I need to do in order to calm the unrest my heart has
felt. I need to first forgive myself for such behaviors, and then those with
whom I have estranged myself.
While I already
communicated with my loved ones about the various situations that occurred, I
had continued to carry sadness. That sadness was my lack of forgiveness. I can
call it residue from his/her actions and words; however, that would only be an
excuse … a justification for feeling angry, hurt, disappointed. The real truth
is, I felt unloved and with that, I created a reason to be separated from
him/her.
This morning the
winds carried a message to me via the chimes that has brought understanding and
a deeper compassion to my heart. There is no need to find fault in myself
and/or others, there is merely an opportunity to love unconditionally. The way
in which I relate to my loved ones has changed, and no doubt it is all for the
better; however, there is absolutely no need to see us as separate from each
other. Despite our difference, our hearts need each other and that can only
happen if I take responsibility to forgive myself for making judgments and
holding resentments. And, believe it or not, his/her actions have actually
helped me become more authentic. Now, instead of placating for the sake of
keeping peace, I can choose when and how much time to spend and communicate
with those family members that live his/her life differently then me. Forgiveness
does, indeed, free everyone! And this lady intends to be free!! All that from the Wind Chimes!