QUOTE How could she have been so wrong? What can be done with what is left of her shameful wreckage of a life, this relentless self-blame? There is no remedy, no possible way to atone!END QUOTE
My own feelings exactly... only I repeat the above almost everyday right here in my concentration camp cubicle in a place I thought I'd never see again... Bloody fool me....
Poignant and beautifully written, as usual! I thought of Monica Lewinsky, how she came out of shame and gave a purpose to her past and re-created her life.
"She looks down into the breaking surf, waiting for the right moment, the exact second when it will be too late to re-decide."
This is where I put my hand over my eyes and read through the gaps between the fingers. Yes, it's hard to forgive oneself but she's already taken the first step of admitting her failures.
Thank you Sharron. I have had more than one cliff moment in my life, and this is how you move beyond that guilt and shame. A spark of wisdom and grace. You nailed it.
Egad woman! I hope that was never you.
QUOTE How could she have been so wrong? What can be done with what is left of her shameful wreckage of a life, this relentless self-blame? There is no remedy, no possible way to atone!END QUOTE
My own feelings exactly... only I repeat the above almost everyday right here in my concentration camp cubicle in a place I thought I'd never see again... Bloody fool me....
Poignant and beautifully written, as usual! I thought of Monica Lewinsky, how she came out of shame and gave a purpose to her past and re-created her life.
“Yourself” can be the hardest person to forgive. What did she do? I wonder.
It is surprisingly easy to make a mess of things. Hooray for faint sparks without warning to "forgive yourself". Really enjoyed this, Sharron!
Her own voice had wise words for her. Forgiveness - self-forgiveness is a key factor in moving forward and going on.
I knew she was going to turn around.
"She looks down into the breaking surf, waiting for the right moment, the exact second when it will be too late to re-decide."
This is where I put my hand over my eyes and read through the gaps between the fingers. Yes, it's hard to forgive oneself but she's already taken the first step of admitting her failures.
So much story, so few words.
I wish I could link a photo here, but that second picture reminds me so much of Cape Byron, specifically the most easterly point in Australia.
Loved the little story, my favourite line is definitely "a pulsing span of five thousand miles." Such a cool way to describe it
Love the message that is presented here. I think the most challenging step is already behind her.
Thank you Sharron. I have had more than one cliff moment in my life, and this is how you move beyond that guilt and shame. A spark of wisdom and grace. You nailed it.
Sharron, this moved me to tears - I'm so grateful to you for this post. xxxxxxx
Beautifully done. I think everyone has a moment in their life when they have to make a decision.