The ties that bind

[Guest guest]

We as human beings go through so many things in our 99 years on

earth, and yes that wishful thinking. With each and every experience

there is a bond that takes place. Maybe just for that split second

you hold the door for an elderly lady and make eye contact; there is

a brief bond.

Then there are the bonds that last a life time, from parent to child

and child to parent. We make our friends as we grow and with some we

keep a life long unbreakable bond; others will wax and wane through

our lives and yet that is also a bond. Some bonds are stronger then

others, but thats irrelevent, once its there, its there and that is

forever. Think of my first love, such an unbreakable and unwavering

bond at the time. No I dont care if I ever see him again, but if I

did, we would smile, share a hug, and know we have that bond.

Then there is the emotional bond that come with mutual understanding

and respect. The empathetic ear, the " yes " I know exactly how you

feel. The mere validation that our emotions and feelings are real.

That may very well be one of the strongest bonds there are. I would

not recognize any of you on the street, saddly enough. However,

there is a bond between us. We have cried for each other, got mad at

each other, urged each other on, supported each other and laughed a

lot too. These our the ties that bind, the unconditional love and

unwavering honesty that has created mutual respect and an unbreakable

bond.

I love you all for that very reason and will forever.

Chrissy