Lighthouses

The only way to discover the limits of the possible is to go beyond them into the impossible.


I've always loved the image and thought of a lighthouse, especially on a "dark & stormy night." Lighthouses speak to us of hope, of guidance, of somehow showing us the path to safe harbors, when we are in the midst of fear and confusion.




Light, darkness, water, storms -- elemental symbols for chaos and peace, both materially and spiritually. Lighthouses attract us physically and metaphysically. Built where sand meets water meets sky, they are simple, symmetrical structures that embody peace and safe-haven.

And of course, they light the way.



Since the time of ancient Alexandria (300 BC?),

lighthouses have served as real and imagined beacons. Even today, that most famous lighthouse of all is the symbol of modern cities and companies.

Tourists flock to visit lighthouses around the world and their images grace stained glass, greeting cards and posters everywhere. Hearts and spirits are drawn to them.

Today, open your heart to the image of a lighthouse, your very own. Close your eyes and imagine what your lighthouse would look like if you could design and decorate one for yourself. Would it be traditional? Elegant? Whimsical?

My friend saw one in a meditation that sat on puffy clouds, encased in pastel ribbons and flowers like a Maypole...

Imagine yourself sailing on a bright blue ocean, the wind catching your sails. See the details -- the colors on the boat, the weather, the water. How does it feel, the wind on your face? Cool and moist? Hot and dry? Let your trip on the water glide on its own and see where you end up. Somewhere during your journey, you pass a lighthouse. What do you see? Is it your very own, the one you came up with before? Or is it darker, lighter, heavier, smaller?


Ask yourself what messages might be waiting wherever your journey leads.

Then, ask yourself what people in your life you would consider personal lighthouses, individuals who have shed some light on your path. These may be leaders, friends, parents, teachers. Whoever comes to mind should offer some gift to you, some moment to dwell on that touched you in some way at the time.

Bless yourself with the memory of light that has come into your life, and send some gentle thanks into the universe.

namaste,

bobbi