Answered Prayers

My beautiful sister gave me a book years ago called "Answered Prayers - Love Letters from The Divine" by Julia Cameron. Each chapter of the book is an entry written as though it's from God, answering a prayer someone has prayed. This one was especially appropriate as I begin this blogging adventure, telling stories that may or may not be especially interesting, but nonethless are stories from my heart. Here's God's answer to my prayer, as told by the author. . .

You are a story with no listener. You are lonely, longing to share your tale. Pay attention to what I say. I am the Great Listener. I long to hear your thoughts and feelings. I am hungry to hear your heart. Bring me the small stories you have noticed. Bring me the grand adventures you have endured. Your life is the story I like best. Share your life with me. Allow me to be your witness. Allow me to be your listening ear. Do not censor what you tell me. Bring me everything. I am hungry for it all. I love the stories that you tell. You surprise and delight me. Your actions fascinate me. You are the focus of my heart, my favorite story unfolding.

Do not be afraid that you bore me. I made you. Nothing about you is boring to me. Do not be afraid you tire me. I am tireless and always ready to listen. Find your voice. Clear your throat and speak to me easily. I am enchanted by you and all that you tell. Your words are more precious to me than any coins. Your thoughts are more valued than any jewels. Tell me your story. Unspool for me your lovely heart.