Reflections from A Mount St. Francis Armchair
Over the past 75 years countless retreatants have sat in the chairs gazing out the windows of The Mount. In the stillness of a weekend, in the silence of time shared the heart is opened and we hear differently. Often, one tries to find ways to express it. The following is a reflection written by a recent retreatant.
It is early morning,
the rays of light illuminates
the tips of the Rockies.
I reflect on those around me
that have made a lasting impact to me.
It brings me to a point of why me…
why have I been graced with so much love?
I have pondered this question many times in my life
and keep coming back to it… why me?
It is at the heart of my view on relationships
and the compassion that can exist
if we only open ourselves to allow love to grow and be shared.
When people love one another,
their kindness and compassion
transform the world around them…
It has the power
to heal wounds,
bridge divides,
and inspire true acts
of generosity and selflessness.
Where love is shared freely,
even the smallest gestures
can make a profound impact,
often reminding us of the beauty
in human connection
and the strength we find in one another.
May we embrace our differences
and treasure each others’ gifts …
by loving one another today and always.
During this weekend,
I hope that I can reflect on what I been given today,
those who have entered into my life
and also, to remember those in my heart.
It is my own uniqueness and affection
that contributes to a world
that can be a wonderful place to live in.
Know this … you have been given a gift to love
and if not shared, it is wasted.
Always remember, you are loved.
– Bill M.
