Hurdles................

We all have them. They are those personal weaknesses, that keep us from living a truly joyous life. They are obstacles in our paths. They are boulders just around the corner. They are hidden deep within us and sometimes so invisible, we don't even realize they are there without true scrutiny. They are embedded in our personalities and souls. So at this point are you shaking your headed and thinking 'huh'? Stop for a few seconds and see if you recognize your own very personal hurdle. I know mine. I know when it rears it's ugly head and steals the brightness of my day. I know it is a constant battle. Maybe you think you don't have one, but you do. We are all human with our frailness of spirit. None of us are perfect in our emotional lives. NONE OF US! And here's the thing. If you don't know what yours is, then how can you fight it? If it isn't glaringly apparent, then friends, you have to delve very deep into you inner self and study, for I assure you that you have a hurdle. It took years for me to understand mine and then years of faith and prayer and working to overcome that big nasty emotional ride that would without warning suck the air out of my day. It is life. It is your leap to overcome whatever is in your path. It can't be blamed on your family or your friends or your past, but it can and will steal your future if you don't do some soul searching and recognize that you are human and that you do have a hurdle. Yes, today, I'm vague. Today, I may not make much sense to some of you, but I'm betting that some of you are already saying...yep, I get it. I have worked for years to straighten this fragile spot. And I recognize the fact that I will have to continue every day of my life to get over my hurdle. I hope you take this entire blog and when you have a quiet moment do some soul searching. It may take minutes, days or years, but you need to arm yourself for this battle. I promise you it is a hard fought thing, but when you know what you're facing, then you recognize the fight. Ignorance is not always bliss. Knowledge is power. Live your life with courage. Face whatever it there to be faced and then stand strong. Life is worth it....precious beyond belief.