I crave calmness. I crave quiet days without chaos. I crave long books and soothing music. I've come to realize these longings are the direct result of too many tumultuous days. I did not emerge from the past several years unscathed. I am damaged, and often wonder if I will ever truly recover.
Of course, life is unavoidably loud and messy. No one can escape drama entirely. In order to remain fully engaged in the world around me, I often must find ways to overcome my discomfort. I have also learned my limitations and shortcomings. I pray that time will provide me with more adept coping skills. However, for now I shall continue to wear my headphones while shopping at Walmart, and simply pretend I'm strolling through a meadow instead.
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