Unexpected gifts...

Today I was given a very unexpected gift from a very unexpected source.  A friend of mine's mother, who sings in the Catholic church choir near my house, came to visit me today with her daughter. They were bringing me some books for my son. Before she left she took a pendant out of her pocket and handed to me. It was a brass pendant of the Goddess. It was just a little trinket that she had picked up at least 20 years prior because she liked the look of it. I was so touched by the gift I could barely manage a thank you.

I have found, since my "coming out", that some of the most staunch Christians have been some of my biggest supporters. I have never felt judged or persecuted by them. Now on the converse side, I have been verbally attacked by other Christians that think they are being Christian. In all honestly, I believe that these "so-called" Christians could take a lesson or two...maybe even a thousand, from the real Christians who 1.) don't judge others 2.) never condemn someone because of life choices and 3.) understand that their is more than one path, even if it doesn't agree with their beliefs.

When you open up your world to others, you may be surprised by the responses and support you can receive. It may not be from who you expect. And those you wish would support you, may not. But the happiness and freedom you gain from being yourself and standing up for your own beliefs are unmeasurable.

Blessed Be
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