The light

Kathleen has successfully navigated her way through 5 chemo treatments; only 1 more to go...

My precious sister, I have been deeply inspired as I've witnessed your courage and approach to your treatments and recovery. You went from being strongly opposed to chemo towards reaching a place of embracing it. If it was the vehicle to aid in your full recovery, you were prepared to drive it. And like a true [s]hero; you pulled up your big girl pants with fairy wings and all, put the pedal to the metal, and full steam ahead you went.

As we drive through our journey of life in overcoming mountains, sometimes the most direct routes to take are the tunnels. Even though they might be dimly lit in certain areas, we can take comfort in the certainty that there is always light at the end of the tunnel. And the darker the tunnel, the brighter the light at its end. Knowing that, how can we work with them; plan them; anticipate them; see the adventure in them, for they are a necessary part of the journey?

As I sit here, I wonder how you will honor the tunnels' end, as you enter the light once again after this life-changing experience. What do you need to do to prepare yourself? What will you take with you and what must you leave behind? How did it teach you what you needed to learn most? How amazing does your life look like on the other side? What exciting and fun things will you do and who will share them with you? And most importantly, how will you show your gratitude daily for the gift of your learnings? How will you share your experience? Will you be another cancer survivor or an even more vibrant and beautiful life thriver?

Then I think again. Must you wait for the light at the end of the tunnel if you're ready for it now? How can you now become the beacon of light that guides your way with clear focus, self-love, confidence and truer purpose? If we emit light from within, we will attract it all around us.

And then I think again. To me, to our family, to your kids and your friends, you are the light. You are a shining example of what’s possible in this world. Regardless of some of life’s biggest challenges, you have loved even more, given more, showed greater compassion and understood more. And now you deserve to receive even more love from yourself and for yourself. You see, you were born out of the light of love of God, Dad’s love, your mom’s love. From the day you were born you have lit up the lives of those around you.

Now with the same light and love that has helped us find our own path, led us to our own answers, it is essential for you to be the gracious recipient of your own inner light and love.

Sis, only when you're ready to choose to reconnect to your light within, just close your eyes and imagine yourself now walking into its golden aura. Let it shine down on you. Feel it dance for joy on your skin. Bask yourself in its love and warmth. Breathe in the healing light. Celebrate its connection to your beating heart. As you exhale, see yourself radiate light and love. Like returning home again after a long journey, you can stay there as long as you want. Welcome home to your heart.

When you're ready, open your eyes. Create a poster of it, write about it, and express it with passion and purpose, with great intention and specificity. Then watch how you - yourself -manifest the light naturally within you and for those around you, consistently.

Kathleen, whenever you’re ready, you can reconnect with your own inner light. You’re much closer than you think. It’s always been with you and it will show you the way when you need it most.

I am with you.

with an abundance of love and light - Namaste,

xxxp