We All Carry

1. Definition of haunting 

   1. to visit habitually or appear to frequently as a spirit or ghost.

      to recur persistently to the consciousness of; remain with. 

      to visit frequently; go to often.

      to frequent the company of; be often with. 

      to disturb or distress; cause to have anxiety; trouble; worry.
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      In typical fashion, the first thought "haunting" brought to mind 

      was the last one listed here.  

      I'm glad I looked it up because I am delighted by the first four.

      The idea of my past and future self visiting frequently 

      brings me comfort as I know they are on my side,

      showing me the way, when I take the time to listen.

      I confess to some ambivalence about visiting my past self;

      even while coming to a place of compassion for the mistakes she made. 

      Those mistakes have served to humble me in a mostly helpful way,

      although that doesn't mean they aren't still cringe worthy.

      May we all enjoy our happy hauntings.

      Namaste'

      
      

      
      

      
      

      
      

      
      

   
   
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