To Be Awakened
It has been said that it takes a major shift in one’s life to find the true person who lies within. I’m here to tell you that this is definitely true. A tragedy has the ability to open your mind, to touch your soul, and to force you to look for love and the true meaning of life in zones you never thought existed. Tragedy will push your mind and spirit to evolve into the creation that you were designed to be, and force your mind to expand and reach for comfort at all costs.
Most people will look for solace within other individuals. They will wander through this life eluded by pleasures due to looking in the wrong places. Solace can not be found in another person, but only in one’s own heart. The window of one’s soul is the only place to look for true happiness. The possessions of this world are no comfort to a mind that is lost.
This is my journey through a tragedy that would awaken my spirit. It would open my eyes to view the world through a different window. The things that I once believed to be true would no longer seem to be of importance. The college degree that I worked so hard to obtain would mean nothing. The dreams of an executive career would slowly fade away as my life would take a turn.
I would find the happiness that I desired for many years, and it wasn’t in the place where I thought it would be. I want to share my journey to the promised land with hopes that it will help you to find your way. As you follow my journey, take note of my failures and triumphs, for these will be the signs to lead you to the intersections of your life.
The Beginning
I can remember the happiness on July 31, 1998 when I married my high-school sweetheart. It was a special time, with her in a long white dress and me in a dashing tuxedo. She had a beautiful smile as we gazed into each other’s eyes and repeated our vows to each other during the service. I still remember saying “until death do us part.” At that moment, I didn’t realize that this would become my reality.
