Learning in the mix

 Certainly the past year has been a tremendous opportunity for learning, even with schools

closed.  I think it may be possible for us to enumerate some of the things we have 

been able to learn about ourselves and others.

There is some optimism that we are " moving " in the right direction.  Optimism is a great

thing, but I feel that if we have not used this time to take to heart some of the lessons we

have had an opportunity to learn, then perhaps our optimism may not be so well placed.

So what are some of the things we have had an opportunity to learn?  Well one thing I

think would be that we are surrounded by many courageous folks, and that courage has

come from many different arenas of activity. This knowledge also directs us to gratitude.  

But it is my opinion the the greatest lesson we have had the opportunity to experience 

is compassion.  If we have learned anything about compassion then clearly we are 

moving in the right and good direction.  

There are two distinct areas that this compassion may be directed.  One of course is

for ourselves individually, but also compassion for others.  This is in my opinion a

huge thing.  If we have developed this ability , this capacity for compassion we have

clearly learned something of great value and I imagine if this lesson sticks with us,

then clearly we are moving in the " right " direction.  This compassion may lead

us to  a greater understanding about unity and what that means.

Finally, I believe we have had the opportunity to learn many other things which

I will not enumerate at this time.

I hope we can understand.