A year ago today, I began this blog.
Into Distant Lands
Guard your heart; keep your map in hand
Follow the road into distant lands
And in my very first post, I said a few words and asked some
questions about the unknown.
Since that day, I've wanted to write an extended post on this topic - but in
the right timing.
By happenstance, I stumbled upon the fact that it was the birthday of this
blog and I couldn't think of a better time to share some thoughts with you about the unknown.
Into Distant Lands
Guard your heart; keep your map in hand
Follow the road into distant lands
Listen for the voice that calls your name
And do not be afraid
No, do not be afraid
Rather than telling you what I perceive the unknown to be, I want to
show you. These are some pictures that, for me, capture the unknown
& extend an invitation for us to explore it. Take a moment and look deeply into these images.
Quiet your mind
and consider what each one has to offer. It might be a great
adventure or a place to rest. Or maybe they offer a reminder of what beauty is
and the wildness that exists within it's reach.
Or could it be that as you peer into the
mystery of such locations, wonder is awakened within you as it begins to
tug at your soul, drawing you into a new place?
As you looked into each picture, what did you see? Each person may have experienced something different or unique ... or maybe nothing at all. But if there was something - whatever it was - don't lose it.
Fight hard to not forget about it. In fact, search for it. Go out and explore. Take a day trip into that place and sit there for a while. Spent the night. Enjoy the beauty of becoming alive in a different way and learning something new about yourself and this life we live.
This is your permission slip into the unknown. Heading out ...
"Into Distant Lands" is a poem written by Brandon Salisbury
