Uncharted Territory

I used to have a recurring dream about a house I lived in. Strangely, there were passages and whole floors in the house that were uncharted – and noone knew they were there. There was, for instance, a secret stairwell that opened into an immense ballroom! The ceiling was domed, and painted like the Sistine Chapel. If that wasn’t unexpected enough, there was a ladder-type thing on the outside wall that lead to a whole new “apartment” – fully furnished and unused…and much more.

I realize this morning that house is me. I’m discovering whole sections of my heart, mind and soul I didn’t know existed. Just when I think there is a wall – it becomes an entryway or door to a whole new addition.

Each opening has its own unique look and feel – like nothing before. Space after space revealing itself to the curious explorer. There are hidden rooms, winding corridors with remarkable and unexpected findings.

So far, there has never been an end…Just more to explore.

Now, as I think of walking along and finding so many alcoves and even enormous spaces, it fills me with excitement. It beckons.

The possibilities are endless. As long as the curiosity and desire to live are within me, my “house” will continue to expand.

As I write this, I can feel the amazing awareness and sense of life in my mid-section – the core of my being. Interesting it is EXACTLY in the same area as the cyst. Not a coincidence, I’m thinking.

I would not have realized all this had I not been alone yesterday and today.

Thank You, God.

– RG