Saying Goodbye to Erin

One develops strange and mixed emotions when one’s child goes to a job half way around the world. First, you think how wonderful that her positive thinking and diligence landed her a dream job in her dream country. Almost everything that she wished for has come true. You are elated for her, but suddenly the flash comes that the realisation of her dreams has a personal price tag for you: an irretrievable sense of loss.

So you resort to contemplation and meditation, and slowly, through the pain of her absence you come to an understanding: she is doing what you did, all those years ago, by flying off into the unknown to pursue dreams, ambitions, and life. She has become a capable avatar through which you can enjoy, again, the strangeness, the wonder, the frustration, the joy of life and all the surprises, pain, and passion that living it brings.

Here at Greyhavens I will continue to do what I have done since retirement: create a peaceful and loving environment, conducive to the Cosmic Vibration, and sensitive and responsive to our fragile human condition, that my children can always feel is their home.

You watch the departure of your child who seems so small, confused, fragile, and alone, but in reality you are watching the departure of a capable, beautiful, smart, and confident adult, striding purposefully along the road to her future. And you experience pride through your pain, and get on with your life, and wait for the next visit, because that is what you do.

Enjoy, darling girl, and listen carefully to the Soundtrack of YOUR Life. Be safe, careful and smart. Look forward to seeing you again next year.