(((Sara))) I would so love to sit down and have a long talk with you. I have so much respect for you and what you are doing. Yes, I do think we have similar views. I have not shared much about my family, religion, political views, etc, but I will say that I come from a very diverse background and live in a diverse part of the country. I grew up intimately surrounded by many world faiths and I very much appreciate that now in my life.
My father was raised in a Muslim country, my mother and step-father are/were protestant ministers, my BFF's family are Hindu (they were my second family growing up and still are), many of my friends were/are Jewish, and my in-laws are fundamental Catholics. I have been drawn to the teachings of Buddhism, however I (as of now) do not subscribe to one faith having more significance over another. This has been a blessing (in that I can be open-minded to all beliefs) and a curse (in that I lack the connection and identity that I see others have). Again, I digress ...
Sara, I want good things for you. You are so intelligent, hardworking, loyal, have a solid moral compass, and you have so much introspection and self reflection. You deserve someone that loves and appreciates all of these qualities in you. You are also a fighter and I know you will come out on the other side of this mess even stronger.
Bu
“Forgiveness liberates the soul. It removes fear. That is why it is such a powerful weapon.” – Nelson Mandela
