HEAL ON

Jeremiah 8:22 KJV
Is there no balm in Gilead; is there no physician there? why then is not the health of the daughter of my people recovered?

Dearest Ladies,

HAPPY FRIDAY!!!!

Hope you're in for some FUN this weekend!!!!

Do something FUN with those you love!!!!!

Love is EVERYTHING!!!!

I recently read an article about the imminent deconstruction of an old army base in South Korea. Yongsan is slated for closure as part of a campaign to lessen the footprint of the American military in Korea. The base will be converted into a green space for recreational activities.

One Seoul native reflected on the necessity of demolishing the military garrison in order to usher in and solidify national healing. For many South Koreans, Yongsan is a bitter, painful reminder of Japanese occupation and consequent oppression on the Korean Peninsula. Several buildings that the current U.S. military occupy are colonial- era Japanese structures; Korea was colonized by Japan longer than 30 years. Although South Korea and America are allies, the aged Japanese edifices linger from a harsh legacy. They cast a traumatizing shadow on the general populace. Generally speaking, the nation looks forward to the dismantling of tangible reminders of colonialism.

As I reflected on this historic change in the heart of Seoul, I reflected on life, love, and changes in our hearts. We all have experienced painful moments in our past. If we are honest, some painful relics from our past linger in our attics and closets. Dark memories may still be suppressed in our minds. I've discovered that the painful wounds of divorce seem more agonizing in the months and year(s) after the shock has worn off. Much like an anesthetic, I think we all are protected from the initial, full blow dealt us by divorce because it's force could snuff out life itself. So, as shock wears off, much like a surgical drug, pain emerges and festers.

In due time, we have to reflect on the memories and relics that we have held onto. It is healthy and wise to work through then discard those painful memories and objects that connect us to a not so pleasant past.  It's awesome to replace negative memories with good memories. It's great to replace collectibles that are associated with pain with those that are reminiscent of pleasure.

Healing is an undertaking that we must all engage at some point after hurt or trauma. Heartbreak requires healing. Failed relationships of any type require healing. Let downs or bombed plans require healing. Hurt of any kind requires healing.

Healing requires us to take a journey to the past. It's very necessary to salvage the goodness from the past as we attempt to press onward. Yet, it's also very necessary to dismantle any unnecessary reminders of a painful past.

We should build upon the rich foundation of beautiful memories. And, make meaning of the other experiences and memories that weren't so beautiful. Rebuilding is hard work but it's rewarding.

Many of us don't have the luxury of packing up and taking off for a trip to Florence in order to work through life's frustrations. But, we can laugh and cry with a friend over shared gelato right in our own backyards. Love is a powerful medicine; gelato is an incredible sensation. And, friendship enables us to conquer many challenges! So, grab some gelato and a friend and engage the healing process. Heal on ladies.

God designed YOU
God created YOU

God blesses YOU
God heals YOU

God defends YOU
God forgives YOU

God loves YOU

"GO AFTER YOUR DREAM, NO MATTER HOW UNATTAINABLE OTHERS THINK IT IS."

Love and blessings

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