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January 04, 2012
Integrity
To have integrity is something on my journey that I strive for. When I am no longer affected by why what is happening around me or manipulated or controlled by others, I will be free.
And so it is with this in mind that I look at my child in awe. She is still very small (and sleeping so I am able to write this) and currently lives in a free state. She is generally content however when upset, angry or just feeling a bit lonely, she will let us know and once her needs are met, she will once again resume her calm state. She does not bear grudges nor can she be controlled by anyone.
Last night after she had had her immunisations, I also learnt that she has no self pity. While I may feel sorry for myself when ill, she crys for her Calpol and then carries on happily once it is given.
Of course, when you get older, things do get a bit more complex and it is harder to remain free. Despite this, we will strive to enable her to remain as free as possible and I hope that one day I shall be free to.
Posted by Russell at January 4, 2012 10:06 AM