Written By: Sheena Murray

As I reflected on how best to share my thoughts with you, I was reminded that one of the definitions of a relationship is: “the way in which two or more people or things are connected; or the state of being connected.”  Having acknowledged that, everything else fell into place. 

Loved, Centered, Calm, Peaceful, Hopeful, Thankful, Happy, Blessed!  These are just a few of the words to describe the emotions I feel being connected with and standing in the presence of the Creator.  Knowing that there is a power that is greater than all of us; one that provides and protects; one that sees us through life’s turbulences; brings us joy when we need it most and reminds us that we are never alone, is truly awesome!

Being grounded in God – in the Creator – has taught me how to love unconditionally, how to forgive, how to let go of the ‘wheel’ , how to remain calm amidst the storm, how to appreciate the beauty of life and how to recognize and accept that ‘No’ or ‘Not Yet’ are also answers to prayers on the other side of ‘Yes’.  I’ve learnt how to give of self and how to encourage. I’ve learnt how to be present and how to be more aware.  I feel safe, secure and confident because I know that God has got my back, that God has my entire being and so I’ve learnt how to be still, how to simply – BE!.

It took me a long time to get to this space, but having gotten here there is no other place I’d rather be.  The journey is amazing, the experience is worthwhile and it all started with one step accompanied by determination and cushioned by FAITH.

Try it, won’t you?