This little story may change the way you look at forgiveness and choice.  Every time I tell it, I get choked up. I am glad that my Higher Power is looking for progress not perfection.

Here’s the story:

When the Chinese invaded Tibet many Tibetan Buddhist monks and nuns were held captive. These peace-loving contempletive men and women were systematically tortured, abused and murdered. One monk, a prisoner for several years narrowly escaped through the mountains into India.  Soon after he gained freedom, the monk was interviewed  regarding his ordeal. One of the questions asked of him was this: “What was your greatest fear during your captivity?” His response, “I was afraid that I would stop loving my captors”.

Who are you choosing to not forgive today?

Swallowtail on a butterflybush at A Home Away.