Healing remains the focus of my blog. Healing is the restoration of health – and from a metaphysical and holistic perspective – I am speaking about spiritual, political, social, physical and economical health.
I believe the healing process begins when one better knows and understands self. Who am I? Where am I going? What is my mission or purpose in life? Our journey to answer these existential questions helps us form our personal theology or relationship with god.
In my continual quest for my purpose or mission in life, I have been greatly assisted by the two most endearing people of my life – my mother and father. Next, my three siblings or sisters have provided me with the stamina, motivation and vision to continue on. First, I would not be writing if my oldest sister, a brilliant writer, did not set an example of achievement from grade school to adulthood. Second, my two youngest sisters have, by their success, continued to set the bar high for achievement.
But back to my parents; the example and commitment of my parents to excellence demonstrated that anything is possible through hard work and dedication. Their philosophy remains: All it takes to succeed is persistence and integrity. Yes, integrity, because to my parents you could be a millionaire and still be an unsuccessful bum or you could be a dedicated street cleaner and be the model of success.
Additionally, they instilled in my sisters and me a profound sense of family. I can not tell you how much this alleviates stress and anxiety in life – the knowledge that you have unconditional support and love from family.
In our household, we suffered the normal trials and tribulations that most families face. We were not spared hardships. However, we always had a resilience to not only bounce back but to even climb to higher heights after a set back.
What am I saying: In your quest for healing, cherish and do not take for granted your biggest support system – family.
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Brother Ben as I read your dedication to family I am overwhelmed with emotion. It is amazing how every member of the family is a Blessing and has an important role. In our family every role had such importance and dedication, love and Sacrifice. I will start off with my big brother, who gave me all the confidence in the world. When I was a little girl he not only protected and looked out for me he always made sure I knew how strong I really was. He does not know this but after my first marriage ended in divorced, he saved my life by showing me the path that was yet to come and to not let anyone else's baggage become my prison. I took his advice and I have a loving healthy marriage. My sisters have always been my beauty queens full of love. As the youngest sister I had big shoes to follow, but I was never alone in any of my footsteps. My sisters showed me from a young age, self respect, and the power of the mind. To my Mom and Dad words could not express the gratitude for the foundation that you have laid and built for us. Your endless sacrifices and support through high school, college, marriages and grandchildren will never been forgotten or taken for granted. I pray that other Sister and Brothers, Sons and Daughters at sometime in their life experience the Love, Dedications and support that our family has known. If we go back to the values, and the basics of loving, respecting and truly caring for our families, we can show our children the pride in family and why life is worth living. Love always Debra Harvey-Patterson
Dear Brother Ben:
Your dedication to family is so kind, so loving, so wonderful.
You are a blessing. You bless our lives.
You're a wonderful brother, a great friend and I know that M&D would say that you're a great son.
Thanks for putting so much love in to such wonderful words.
I really couldn't say it better and what I could say, my little sister has already expressed.
M&D are great. My baby sisters are fabulous and my little brother is package of wisdom.
Love you all. Love to all.
--the big sister ( and clearly not the only writer in the family)
Thanks for giving so much!
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