As those of you who are aware of my writing style, you know I can get ideas on what I might like to write about from many sources…music, books I’m reading, dreams, Harry Potter is a huge idea farm … and of course, conversations.

Believe it or not, this idea came from a crossword puzzle.  I do several most days to keep the brain somewhat working. I think it helps a bit.

See if you agree…

A clue in this crossword puzzle was a quote from Maya Angelou; “There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you”

Think about it.

How many of us are suffering from holding an untold story within our hearts? Maybe even our souls? Most often, the story is a hurtful one.  And it more often than not, was established when we were young.

Mine starts as a very small child, even before a toddler. The things that were done to me were and are most dreadful. And even more so because they were done by folks who were meant be my protectors.

But I’ve told my story. It lies within my heart as a lesson now. And I share it as a lesson for others who have a story similar to mine. Or as proof that we can overcome our scars and use them for good.

I often wonder how some folks can overcome a hurt so deep that they struggle into their adult life until they see the light and move forward, beyond the pain while others drag that pain with them and use it to prove that they aren’t worthy when they really are.  We all are.  We just need to work through that lesson and move forward.

I feel sad when someone like that comes across my path. I try to help but that can only be accomplished when the help is wanted, whether needed or not.

And I pray for those who I read about in the news (though I don’t follow the news as much anymore) who use their hurt to validate poor behavior, even criminal behavior.

I wish we all could heal from the pains we have encountered. What a wonderful world we would have then. Then there would be no need for wars or cheats, or hording…we would all understand and love each other.