It seems like a long-discarded proposal
placed in an unused desk drawer,
but it has been the overlooked notice
of love’s awkward arrival.
Conveniently, I have chosen
to misplace the key
that unlocks the drawer
and now, mysteriously,
it has been opened wide
revealing its contents.
I marvel at the ambiguity,
the written language,
completely foreign to me
yet somehow I understand it.
How foolish of me
to discard this notice
for so very long
while its messenger
has been on a constant crusade
reminding me
that I am still invited
to love;
to feel love;
to be in love….
I remain spoiled
to the un-necessity of losing myself
to anyone other than me
because of traumas,
deep-rooted hurt, and
the painful past.
But, here in this small drawer
lies the truth about the future.
I have been invited to love again.
As I hold this tender offering
I smile because
deep inside I know
I must go and attend
in the celebration
of love,
my life,
myself….
About the Author: Millie A. Mestril
After raising six children, working in the corporate world, and being part of a relationship for eighteen years, I found that happiness was not consistent in my world. I left the business world, ended a relationship that was deteriorating and headed to the mountains. My best friend and I bought a small motel in the middle of gorgeous country and began the greatest journey. What started as a visit to Asheville in May of 2010 became a permanent home for us. Now with only one teenager at home, I am able to be part of a wonderful world of meeting people from all walks of life. We’ve transformed an old gem of a place into a sweet and quaint oasis for others to find peace. To those looking into our lives it seems we saved Peaceful Quest Retreats, but the reality is that this place saved us. Every day brings joy, inspiration and a zest for life I never knew existed. The lessons have not always been easy but the ride has been scenic and delightful. I can’t imagine ever returning to a life that was not authentic to my spirit. ~ Millie A. Mestril
Please feel free to visit our website at www.peacefulquestretreats.com . I also have a personal blog at: www.momentswithmillie.wordpress.com
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