Forgiveness is letting go of the idea that I am in charge
of anyone other than myself, and embracing the
knowledge that, while I will never be perfect,
I am still okay.

Forgiveness is resting in the understanding
that the universe is vast enough to contain 
both sorrow and joy, grief and dancing,
and we all can still be okay.

Forgiveness is a path to holiness and a return to humility.
Forgiveness is opening the gates together
with the will and the strength to keep them open
until all creation has finally returned home.

©marthahurwitz2023