The Bridge

I looked out the window of my bedroom and saw a patch of blue sky.  I had a glimmer of hope for the morning was filled with a dull grey that influenced my usual upbeat demeanor.  In that instant, I surmised that sun would inevitably be present.  I rushed out and headed towards the sea. The air was crisp and my earlier enthusiasm was stripped at the sight of the onslaught of clouds and their appetite for anything with color.
I followed the river to the sea, making great care to not disturb any golfers walking about.  Thankfully, none were out.  A jagged rock that was shaped like a dinosaur (Pako would have been pleased) called to me so I made my way slowly, concentrating on my footing and followed the invisible path of rocks, green moss and various sea life.
I said my greeting and made myself at home.  It was a gracious spot and the view was a reminder of how far away home was.  I told this rock intimate parts of my day (and the previous night) and was met with an instantaneous comfort.  I made another new friend.  He listened patiently as well as graciously and I made a promise to visit again soon.  I began traipsing back and crossed a few bridges, then climbed my way up the wooden staircase of rock and mud.  My mind was clearer and my heart less heavy but something still needed to be done.
This last bridge (near the big horn) silenced my steps and caused me to pause, my head lifting towards the sky in hesitation.  A voice came forth from the waters that were rushing from either side of the crossing.  My entire body was still and present with anticipation.

"This bridge represents where you are in Life.  The waters rush forth, raging silently with fluidity, reminding you of stillness and chaos.  They can exist in one breath, in an instant that never stays the same.  Listen to the Water.  Allow the sounds to fill you up and release what you need to let go of.  As you stand in the Center of this Crossing, water on either side of you, remember to leave your past behind you.  Do not look back.  Move forward toward the Present.  Move forward with no fear...into the Unknown."

I then began to remember various exercises utilizing visual imagery and certain psychological practices to help cope with emotional duress and receiving closure concerning relationships.  My former lovers flashed before my eyes from the most recent to the very first.  Hearts filled with light flashed quickly.  Smiles and tears were felt.  Warmness glowed within my entire body and an immersion as well as lightness was felt.  Faster and faster, the images flickered before me like a movie reel and within minutes, I had crossed over.  The Bridge was now behind me and I daresay...

I did not look back.