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Lessons Of The Drum - Race For Freedom
By Nadine Gordon

I am beyond the circle today, racing toward freedom. "Oh, how I love to run!

There is strength in my legs and courage in my heart. My vision is keen. I am galloping into uncharted territory but ancient wisdom within tells me I have traveled this path before. I am not afraid. With this knowledge, I strive forward gathering increased energy and speed. The air on my face feels good. It is cool and fresh. My white mane and tail flow out behind me uninhibited. I am breathing deeply, nostrils wide. The inhalation of crisp translucent air has cleansed all senses. My exhalations are mere puffs of white. Purity has allowed my feet to float above the obstructions below so that I may glide along like wind. All restrictions have been removed. I have become a leader. But, in my exuberance with the race toward freedom, I have forgotten my herd. They have fallen behind.

I am far ahead when the black stallion catches me. His teeth are bared as he reaches out, ears back. The message is clear, "Slow down."

I suddenly realize there are those who cannot keep up. I wheel around. I am thankful for the stallion. He accompanies me quietly on the return journey. He realizes my race into uncharted territory was necessary to learn. His uncommon knowledge, wisdom and acceptance has enabled me to learn a valuable lesson. He is aware that I will chastise myself harshly so as not to forget about those in my herd who are injured, young and protecting or nurturing others. I know now, what I consider to be small steps may be gigantic for others.

As I re-approach the herd, I am tired. I am also relieved to see they are fine. One of the matriarchs has been guiding them. She is very gracious as she welcomes me back. She has fond memories of her own race toward freedom. We laugh, the matriarch, stallion and I. We are at peace with it all. It seems the stallion was in need of a good run as well. He whispers in my direction, "We will take turns racing ahead then share our wisdom in the future." Peace falls upon our circle, life is good.

Peace is not quiet indifference. Peace is stimulating and extremely exciting when truly experienced. It means that all matters are absolutely taken care of by the Creator. Peace means always having the courage to love, without fear of repercussion. It means taking charge of your days’ events in ways that lead you across the threshold of your passions, so that if your interests lead you to race ahead, you will trust in this leadership. Enjoy your journey, the freedom to love, heal and learn through spontaneity.

Nadine Gordon is the owner operator of Nurturing N'ergy in Leslieville, Alberta. She is a dreamwalker with muliple gifts and shares these gifts and her sanctuary with those who wish to journey, heal and learn. For additional information on Nadine please contact her at 403-729-2170 or nadinego23@yahoo.ca.