I’d love to be certain that… 2

“Every human walks around with a certain kind of sadness. They may not wear it on their sleeves, but it’s there if you look deep.” 

Taraji P. Henson

I’d love to be certain that every relationship can be mended.
I’d love to be certain that the world will make peace.
I’d love to be certain that my children will always be safe.
I’d love to be certain that global poverty and inequity can be put right.
I’d love to be certain that people will accept my weaknesses and forgive my mistakes.
I’d love to be certain that we would always include others and celebrate diversity.
I’d love to be certain that the planet will be safe and protected for coming generations.
I’d love to be certain that money and assets and gender would not determine people’s access to status and power.

I’d love to be certain that all of these things will be.

That they will happen tomorrow. Or even in my lifetime.

But instead, I am certain that this is not possible.

So, I set my sights on making certain that I have the resilience, courage and wisdom to face my every day. No matter what it holds. To live out my core values with a flourish. Without fear.

To remember that the world with all of its brokenness is still a beautiful place.

And the lack of certainty does not diminish that for a moment.

Kelley