[worldcruising] Philosophy for Sailors (Reasons, Seasons, Lifetime) from former neighbor on Blind Lake, MI (warming: this is spiritual & not about engines)
Subject: [worldcruising] Philosophy for Sailors (Reasons, Seasons, Lifetime) from former neighbor on Blind Lake, MI (warming: this is spiritual & not about engines)
From: Linda Woodward (lindawoodward@XXX.XXX)
Date: Sat Sep 16 2000 - 16:04:09 EDT
Speaking of threads--sailing is a people and spiritual adventure too. Former neighbor sent this to me and I thought it was quite beautiful. Reminded me of sailors going from port to port and sometimes staying and making new friends and keeping them. It's mushy. Hope you like this. (It's not about engines.)
People come into your life for a reason, a season, or
> > a lifetime. When you figure out which it is, you
> > know exactly what to do.
> >
> > When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is
> > usually to meet a need you have expressed outwardly or
> > inwardly. They have come to assist you through a
> > difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support,
> > to aid you physically, emotionally, or spiritually.
> > They may seem like a godsend, and they are.
> > They are there for the reason you need them to be.
> > Then, without any wrong doing on your part or at an
> > inconvenient time, this person will say or do
> > something to bring the relationship to an end.
> > Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away.
> > Sometimes they act up or out and force you to take a
> > stand. What we must realize is that our need has been
> > met,our desire fulfilled; their work is done. The
> > prayer you sent up has been answered and it is now
> > time to move on.
> >
> > When people come into your life for a SEASON, it is
> > because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn.
> > They may bring you an experience of peace or make you
> > laugh. They may teach you something you have never
> > done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of
> > joy. Believe it! It is real! But, only for a
> > season.
> >
> > LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons;
> > those things you must build upon in order to have a
> > solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the
> > lesson, love the person/people (anyway); and put what
> > you have learned to use in all other relationships and
> > areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but
> > friendship is clairvoyant.
> >
> > Thank you for being a part of my life...Smile and stop
> > here if you're not into this final part: This is to
> > show people you love them and to see how many people
> > love you!! Don't feel embarrassed cause only you will
> > get the results. Send it to every friend that you
> > have online, including the person who sent it to you.
> >
> > 0 Replies =3D you may need to work on your people skills
> >
> > 2 Replies =3D you are nice but probably need to be more
> > outgoing.
> >
> > 4 Replies =3D you have picked your friends well
> >
> > 6 Replies =3D you are downright popular
> >
> > 8 Replies or More =3D you are totally awesome (and
> > probably know why you're on MY list)!
> >
> > When you receive this e-mail just recite the following
> > prayer. That's all you have to do. There is nothing
> > attached. This is the power of prayer at work.
> > Just send this to (4) people and see what happens on
> > the fourth day. Do not break this, please. There is
> > no cost, but lots of rewards.
> >
> > PRAYER:
> > May today there be peace within you.
> > May you trust God that you are exactly where you are
> > meant to be.
> > May you not forget the infinite possibilities that are
> > born of faith.
> > May you use those gifts that you have received, and
> > pass on the love that has been given to you.
> > May you be content knowing that you are a child of
> > God. Let His presence settle into your bones, and
> > allow your soul the freedom to sing, dance, and to
> > bask in the sun. It is there for each and every one
> > of you.
> >
> > Send this to (4) or more people and witness the
> > awesome power of prayer.
> >
> > God Bless.
> >
>
>
