Joy Express

“JOY Express” is supposed to be a place of sharing Joy-ful experiences, well at least a little more on the uplifting side if not always JOY-filled.  However, this morning I opened emails to find an attack from my step sister about how I am managing (or not managing) my relationship with my father.  I intensely dislike receiving written communication – in any form – which criticises me and tells me how poor my behaviour is.

 

So, I am sitting here at the computer, looking out the window at the 2 small rabbits bouncing around the front yard wondering where the ’silver lining’ is in this situation ~ while I re-type many of my words as my fingers are still shaking after the attack.

 

I guess the one ’silver lining’ is that I still feel that I am taking the right path in this situation, no matter how challenging it is.  I also know that Demonstrating Love and Compassion takes many forms and that physically stepping back in this instance, while right for me, is not necessarily going to be perceived as being right by others.

 

And, that’s where it comes down to being true to myself. 

And … realising that I am So Grateful that I have managed to stay removed – mostly – from those toxic extended family situations.

 

I am sending LOVE to all of us who are being challenged by Dad’s declining health, and feeling Gratitude that Dad is surrounded by so many people who care about him.