Joy in You’re Still The One | Filed under General
I have reached a point in my life where I have a special comfort with myself and where I am and where I am going in life. I have found that joy and I have that passion in my life after many years of searching and wondering had I made the right decisions in life at times. One of my favorite quotes by Mother Teresa goes like this…. “Joy is the characteristic by which God uses us to re-make the distressing into the desired, the discarded into the creative. Joy is prayer–Joy is strength–Joy is love–Joy is a net of love by which you can catch souls. I can say I have many loves in life but one true love. This says it so well….
Artist: Shania Twain
Album: Come On Over
Song: You’re Still The One
(When I first saw you, I saw love. And the first time you touched me, I felt love. And after all this time, you’re still the one I love.)
Looks like we made it
Look how far we’ve come my baby
We might have took the long way
We knew we’d get there someday
They said, “I bet they’ll never make it”
But just look at us holding on
We’re still together still going strong
(You’re still the one)
You’re still the one I run to
The one that I belong to
You’re still the one I want for life
(You’re still the one)
You’re still the one that I love
The only one I dream of
You’re still the one I kiss good night
Ain’t nothin’ better
We beat the odds together
I’m glad we didn’t listen
Look´at what we would be missin’
They said, “I bet they’ll never make it”
But just look at us holding on
We’re still together still going strong
(You’re still the one)
You’re still the one I run to
The one that I belong to
You’re still the one I want for life
(You’re still the one)
You’re stil the one that I love
The only one I dream of
You’re stil the one I kiss good night
(You’re still the one)
You’re stil the one I run to
The one that I belong to
Yu’re still the one I want for life
(You’re still the one)
You’re still the one that I love
The only one I dream of
You’re still the one I kiss good night
However, sometimes, in the split second flutter of a wing, our flight through life changes course, ascends and descends on turbulent drafts, touching down on runways to destinations we’re unprepared to visit but obliged to explore. Journeys, like these, unexpected and unwelcome departures from the familiar itineraries of ordinary days, take us to places where our world and what is truly important is revealed with crystal clarity, painted with soft, tender hues that accentuate the preciousness of life. I know this crossing is lonely, one that you must make on your own, one that requires the gift of time to complete each passage, and one where, in time, you will find refuge in the healing places you explore and comfort in the knowledge that little wings of love are with you that understands and will always serve to lift your spirit and carry your heart to soothing summits where you’ll soar again on tranquil flights of peace and joy.
Yes those lonesome souls may from time to time soar alone with passion they do always return to their true loves. Here in the ordinary activities you will find everyone saying Life Is Simply Good. One day maybe I will write a book, what are your thoughts? I know you have some so share them.
May 30th, 2005 at 8:15 pm
That is one of my more favorite songs. It has alot of special meaning to me. Those unexpected and unwelcome departures from the familiar are often a hidden saving grace. I don’t know what I would be doing had I not been derailed from the familiar and comfortable several times now. I wouldn’t take back a single jolt, bump, or push!!!
May 31st, 2005 at 6:25 am
Your words and your weblog are truly inspirational.
Keep the faith and the lovely words flowing.
It is a celebration of you!
Love Jeanne
May 31st, 2005 at 6:25 am
I love Shania and her songs - what man would not LOL. Glad you are comfortable with yourself and where you are going. I wish I was.
May 31st, 2005 at 6:52 am
Yes, that is a beautiful song. Sad almost, wistful maybe. But so full of hope and life too. Like my life. Still smilin’
Life is simply good now, thank you for the faith you have shown me. hugs
May 31st, 2005 at 7:02 am
You’re a wonderful writer and so inspirational and fun. I think a book is a great idea!
I’ve soared alone for so long, well without a significant other anyway. I’ve been far from alone with all the wonderful friends and family. I’m a little scared, but then again I’m really excited about the opportunity too.
Have a wonderful day! *HUGS* Love ya!
May 31st, 2005 at 10:48 am
Love the MT quote. She was (literally) a Saint…
May 31st, 2005 at 4:35 pm
the path you talk of is convoluted, and at times, seems to circle back.
sadly though, there are even times, when the anchors you talk of come free, and life is rudderless.
i would know. sometimes, there are too many questions.
beautiful post.
May 31st, 2005 at 7:54 pm
Hey girl, my grandpa use to say son, life is but a wave on the sea called life. Some day it wiil wash up on the shore of eturinity!
June 1st, 2005 at 2:29 am
I love that Shania song, and the video. Funny, I am alone, but I do not feel lonely, not yet anyway. Maybe when I do, I will understand the message here more completely. It is nice to share a pizza with somebody
June 1st, 2005 at 11:41 am
Love that song - the original version by Orleans, anyway.
Favorite line: You’re still the one who can scratch my itch
Good tune - great memories!
June 1st, 2005 at 6:38 pm
One of two things has to happen either I quit work and read blogs each day or pay more attention - everybody is doing blog layout changes.
Hey Vickie **waves from across the room**
June 1st, 2005 at 7:24 pm
Hi Vickie,
How are you my friend?
I have emailed you several times, but not heard back from you, so just wanted to check you are doing okay?
Your writing is so spot on everytime - you are an exceptional writer, able to communicate difficult thoughts with ease.
Hope you are doing great hun, please let me know all is well.
Love,
Catherine
June 2nd, 2005 at 10:14 pm
hi hi schweetheart!! nice post, you lovely lady!! Just droppin’ off a few hugs and kisses!!
June 3rd, 2005 at 12:13 pm
If you write it they will buy it…I know I would. Your words are something I look forward to. Always touching with a hint of humour. Im blessed to be surrounded by love, my heart goes out to the lonely. If only they had the courage to reach out where friendship awaits. So many lonely lives, if they could just find eachother!
June 3rd, 2005 at 5:41 pm
You’re “still the one I turn to” when I need to smile or feel better. I’d love to see you write a book!