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I am currently in a moment that I know will pass. Caught in a sandstorm, I am disoriented and blind. But I am learning how to shield my eyes just so, and I begin to make out the outlines of what is being unearthed by the storm. Dark shape-shifting shadows. It could be vipers or scorpions ready to take a bite. It could also be the surface of a treasure chest.

I know that I will never know if I stay here paralyzed with fear of the unknown.

Yet, it isn't about finding the treasure or slaying the beasts, is it?



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  1. JuliaJanuary 13, 2010 at 12:29 PM

    "It could also be the surface of a treasure chest."

    ...your very own treasure chest.

    The one that is there, just underneath that layer of sand. And it's overflowing with the most divine, beautiful, sacred gifts.

    Just take a deep breath and sink in--it's all with you, it's all yours, in this very moment.

    Sending love.

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