Miracles do happen when we surrender and allow the HP to take charge! Your post is proof of that, Maverick. I often found little “signs” popping up in my life when I made a genuine effort to change. Making false promises and rearranging the externals may fool others. It may even help us to hoodwink ourselves but it won’t fool the HP. Unlike you, Maverick, I do believe in a Deity greater than myself. I always have. The problem was I wanted to exercise my will and push His Will to one side. Hence the conflict. I think that is what makes many lives unmanageable . Gambling, drinking, drug taking etc are only symptoms of a deep rooted clash of wills. Deep down , human beings, regardless of race class or creed always know when we are doing wrong. The Law of Love is written on our hearts. Of course the heart hardens and we become desensitized and brainwashed by the world’s “pleasures” and we mistake these “thrills” for happiness . These illusions come at a high price as you well know Mav and they always bring a hangover. Real joy will bring us peace of mind, serenity and an ability to enjoy every tune, without holding on to the notes. The joyful life flows, Mav. Just like recent events in your life are flowing . It’s comforting to know that a Power greater than us is taking charge . I like the analogy that we are “dancers being danced”. We were given Free Will but when we abuse that free will the consequences on every level will be dire.
It is a small miracle how you have changed in the past year Maverick. There were times when you seemed to be on the brink of destruction, yet you got the inner strength to move forward and get back on the right road. I’m really happy for you that you have a new place to live. ( I often prayed for you in the winter months living in that garage). With Spring and Summer on the way you will enjoy many good days with your son in Greenwich Park and many other places.
Life without gambling ALWAYS gets better!
One day at a time!
Keep posting!
