You Are A Star

My best friend sent me an excerpt from a book that quoted the poet Rumi, "We are stars wrapped in skin. The light you are seeking has always been within."  I hope you will take a moment and let that sink into your soul.  Can you feel your inner star shining through?  I know I can see it in you.  This is because you are the most beautiful bright shining star there ever was in this world.  

In my family, we are blessed to have adopted a dog about 8 years ago.  And every evening between 6 and 8pm, I take her to the front yard for a potty break.  I put her leash on and then I snuggle my feet into my outdoor slide-on shoes.  We walk out to the front yard and, while she paces around to find her spot, I take this opportunity to look up into the night sky.  And where my house sits, I can see a whole universe of stars.  

The beauty of these stars reminds me of the beauty that lies within each and every one of us.  As I walk through life, I can easily see the light inside of others.  It shines so brightly.  I can see it in a simple smile or when someone waves to me.  I see the light through conversations with friends or a hug from a family member.  

Yet this quote reminds me that while I see the light in others, I must also honor the light inside of me.  Sometimes I look elsewhere to find joy, happiness and grace.  Yet when I look in the mirror, I shine back at myself so brightly because there is a star within me, too.  

So today, when you slip on your outdoor shoes to walk your dog, put on your high heels to go to work, or wear your sneakers to the gym, I hope you will pause.  And for a brief moment, I hope you will honor the star that you are in this world.  I hope you will see the light glowing through your skin, knowing full well that there is so much light shining within you and through you for all the world to see.  

Love Note: With all my heart, I genuinely request that due to the content written, please seek the guidance of professional help should you feel you need it.