As I Lay Pondering

Everlasting Love

any of my fondest childhood memories stem

M from the time I was in kindergarten. Those

recollections hold images of skipping, playing, and

having the freedom to just be me. Kindergarten was a

time of living fully into my true self as a pint-sized

person.

My most joyous memories came from being in Mrs.

Peck’s kindergarten class. It was a private storybook

house just around the corner from my home. I

remember the independence of being free to skip

around the block on my way to school. To this very

day, I can sense the embrace of Mrs. Peck when I hug

women who feel like her. Her whole being resonated

unconditional love. Many years later, I found a letter

penned by this loving teacher in which she confirmed

her fondness for me.

I had always known deep in my heart that she

loved me, but also questioned if I had built it up in my

imagination. What a gift to find those words of

confirmation almost fifty years after they were penned.

The power of her unconditional love sustained me

during times of trial and sorrow in ways I can’t begin

to fathom. I wonder if this teacher ever knew how far

her love would reach?

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• Center yourself and draw your attention to your

heart center.

• Breathe deeply while focusing on the power of

unconditional love.

• Notice if there are faces or images that come to

mind. Imagine times where you have either

witnessed or received this kind of care.

• Offer gratitude for the places you receive love in

small and large ways.