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Lessons of the Drum -
"The Journey"
By Nadine Gordon

August 2009

I have submerged myself into something unknown. The path, still curvy, feels pressurized. It is turbulent at times and if I move against the flow I tire more easily. But, I know that it is necessary to go against the norm. My instincts drive me to do this.

Determination to reach my destination has caused me to focus on inner power. This instinctual power causes adrenaline to surge through my body and I leap into the light only to splash down slightly further ahead. The journey is almost complete. I can feel it. I have worked hard. Soon I can rest, but not right now. My body is aching. I am hungry. I have used up nearly all of my reserves just to get this far. Surely, I will die completing this labor of love. I must eat. That is when I spot it; a tidbit to feed my starving soul. I snatch it up, barely missing a hook. Next time I will be more careful. Not everything edible along this path is safe.

I hope the morsel will be enough to propel me to where I need to be. A knowing fills me and I dive deep into dark shadowy depths. As a vise-like grip grabs hold and forces a vaporized bubble from my lips, my lungs feel like they will explode. Then I hit bottom.

Conscious knowing tells me that if I do not succeed with this leap the first time my journey will end. I only have strength enough for one more leap. I summon up every ounce of strength I have left, aim for the light and go with my heart. There is no time for past regret. I am not afraid. Life has been good. I am ready for what comes next. Either way, it marks success as long as I have the will-power to try.

The power of the leap surprises me. I am well over the waterfall in a pool of calm life-giving water full of rainbow infusions. Exhausted, the assumption is that I can now rest, the battle is over. I allow myself to float. The sensation of buoyancy is pleasant however; it seems the journey is not complete! The sun’s rays are causing electrical currents to course through my veins. I must get to shore.

I am transforming. Pain rips through my abdomen as I crawl onto shore resisting the temptation to double over. I am also in labor. The message is clear; death, change and birth are simultaneous actions. My metamorphosis is astronomical. I can breathe. The air is sweet. It clears my senses then I see it. My reflection is mirrored back at me from the waters edge. I am holding something special in my hands for the people. It is a book called, “The Rose Path!” I laugh, realizing the art of creation can be a very watery journey. Bringing a dream into reality can be an exhausting trip but life is terrific and my next ride waits already.

I am grateful to have experienced the earth mother’s waters and gaze out at her with appreciation. I will offer the water a small piece of pink quartz hidden in my pocket. It is infused with love. I toss it gently into her midst then watch as circles form around and around in endless curves as the sun‘s light causes tiny five pointed stars to emerge along the ripples. Nirvana. Oneness with all.

I smile as I mount up. I have learned some valuable lessons. Nirvana is love.

Love is not the same as lust. We have been conditioned to believe that lust is love, but love is heart centered. Love encompasses all parts of a being and is energy driven. It causes passion within us to create in a centered manner that goes beyond the physical.

Nirvana is indicated by a five pointed star meaning human alignment with earth, air, water, fire and spirit.

Oneness is a circle. My heart is my drum. The earth is my playground.

Life is my Pegasus and I will ride her highs and her lows along the curvy rose paths that I love. Where will your journey take you?

Love to learn. Learn to love. Love to share.

I am proud to present to you, the people, my first book, “The Rose Path,” by Nadine Gordon now available at www.lulu.com and www.nurturingnergy.com websites. For all of you who wish to journey, heal and learn.Enjoy!

Nadine Gordon is dreamwalker and the founder of Nurturing ‘NerGy, a sanctuary for all those who wish to journey and heal. She loves to share by teaching others about their gifts. For additional information on Nadine please visit her website at : www.nurturingnergy.com

We invite you to contact Nadine at nadine@thevioletray.ca

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