Finding Peace

Finding peace in the midst of chaos.  Possible?  It has taken me a very long time to realize that peace has always been within me.  I thought being alone, or controlling the swirling chaos around me would bring peace.   It never seemed to work and I would wonder why.

Sitting alone in solitude with constant thoughts and worries did not attain peace for me.  I tried and tried, thinking peace would be mine very soon, not so.  I envy those who recognized the key to peace in their younger years.

I sat among my family, children laughing, adults out-shouting one another, laughter, loud and raucous. I suddenly realized my heart was at ease, my mind was happy....I felt peaceful.  Silly me, I thought.  Peace has always been mine, just a thought away.  This was such a revelation, so unbelievable but true.  Such an amazing and momentous time.  Quiet solitude does not bring peace, peace  is simply a feeling from within.

Peace has always been within my grasp, just a thought away.  I will keep this thought always, I will not let this go, it is far too important.  I am learning to let go of thoughts that serve no purpose.  Does this mean I am always peaceful?  Not at all....it means I know that peace comes from within, peace is not solitude.  I know that I can have peace, I can

Day 94 of 365
Find Your Peace.......K