Embrace is an interesting word. Embrace the truth, a sweet embrace; just two of the many ways that we use this word. I've said it a lot in my head lately for various reasons and just now it had dawned on me the significance it plays in my life.
Fact and truth go hand in hand. Sometimes we must change our lives completely in order to embrace a truth we have come to know or once knew in better days. When we find that truth, we should make those changes to embrace it. It will lead to happiness. It is, however, a lifelong process. Facts may be true, but they may not always make us happy. At times in our lives we may be required to embrace a hard fact and get on with our lives. Embrace the fact that we don't always get our way. That fact, has personal significance. I've realized I will not get everything I want. I do have faith however that I will get everything need and deserve, good or bad. I'm not upset. I am content with what I have and will appreciate anything I am given. I have embraced it.
I think the thing that all humans need and hope for is a sweet embrace. This does not always mean a physical attraction or that one true love, but it does imply that whether it be family, friend or loved one, we all want and need that little slice of attention. We could be having a horrible day or an amazing one, but at the end of it a simple hug or even an understanding look will be enough to complete the good day or to mend a broken spirit. There have been times where all hope felt lost or happiness felt unachievable but that simple hug made everything disappear if even only for a short time. We also need to strive for opportunities to be that changing force in others lives. Give them that sweet embrace they so desire.
This weeks shoutout section goes out to Ryan Summers. He is one of my longest, and best friends. We've been through lots and have raised a lot of hell as well. But earlier this week he brought up a topic that I felt required reflection and discussion. He asked me if I had ever been in love. I wasn't sure how to answer him. My single-ness wanted to say no but as I looked back at past relationships my opinion changed. There are degrees of love. What do you all think? I'd appreciate any and all thoughts on the subject.
Remember: Embrace
T.
Yes. I agree with that. I've always thought that there were many types of love and then in those were different levels. I've had many a relationship where I had a different level of love, and yeah. I agree.
ReplyDeleteHumans do desire an embrace, and embrace of culture, affection, warmth, cold, et cetera. It's like that longing for a breath of fresh air from a stifling heat. I like your words, Taylor. :)
This is my take and analogy. Love is like a box of crayola crayons. There are different colors. Within each color are different shades. How you love a spouse is different from how you love a friend, neighbor, coworker, significant other, etc. With all of those types of love there are different levels experienced. You get the idea. You can love friends, but you can love them in different levels (best friends, friends, you get he idea.) Love this post. Keep them coming!
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