“There is a fable in the forest
Whispered by the branches, as they blow.
A tale about the truth of leaving
Things that no longer help you grow.
For on the surface it looks simple,
Like you only need lace your boots,
But there is nothing quite as painful
As untangling your roots.
And proof is found in tree stumps
Of the price some pay to flee,
That they would cut their lives in half
To cut the time before they're free.
Yet from the little left behind
Life has been known to grow again,
For unless you take your roots
A part of you will still remain.”
― Erin Hanson
Project 365: 365 + 24
Today marks a new beginning on so many levels! The results of the election in our new country have just been revealed, marking a time when the citizens of this amazing country need to put aside their differences and work together to benefit everyone, more so now than ever before. As an observer in this election process, I have gained some insight into the history of the country and the passions of its people, and now understand "America! America! God shed His grace on thee, Till paths be wrought through wilds of thought, By pilgrim foot and knee!". I have not experienced this passion and patriotism anywhere else in the world. One of the most painful things I have been through is untangling my roots, since with all the patriotism felt here, I have been overwhelmed with guilt and grief for leaving the country that we love that is in our hearts and souls. At times it has felt as though we have cut our lives in half and have not been able to move forward. It has been an ultimate test of faith that we are on the right path. Slowly, life has begun again, with new roots taking hold. Where school is a little easier, college is falling into place, business opportunities are taking off, and after months of searching, I have landed a new job! Yay! A beautiful bouquet of flowers were on the counter for me in honor of my news! It marks new possibilities, with a new positive future, building on the roots and strengths of the past.
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