As the cold winter wind howled outside, Emily cozied up by the fireplace in her Vermont cabin, wrapped in a warm blanket with a cup of chamomile tea in hand. The sunlight streamed through the window, casting golden rays of dust that danced in the air. Lost in the warmth of the fire and the comfort of her surroundings, Emily’s mind began to drift into a daydream.
In her reverie, Emily found herself transported back in time to a snowy day in her childhood. She was a carefree child, bundled up in her favorite coat and mittens, playing in the woods with her imaginary friend, Frosty.
Emily laughed as she remembered how they danced and twirled through the snow-covered trees, leaving behind a trail of tiny footprints. With each step, she felt a sense of joy and freedom, as if the whole world were hers to explore.
As she relaxed more inside herself she recalled the day she met Frosty. It was also, a bright and sunny winter day, with the ground covered in a thick blanket of fluffy snow that sparkled like diamonds in the sunlight.
As she peered out of her frosted window, she couldn’t resist the call of the snowy wonderland outside. Bundled up in her warmest coat, mittens, and hat, she dashed out the door, leaving a trail of tiny footprints in the freshly fallen snow.
With rosy cheeks and a gleeful giggle, little Emily set off on her snowy adventure. She twirled and danced through the snow-covered streets of her town, her breath forming puffs of steam in the crisp winter air.
Along the way, Emily met some friendly woodland creatures frolicking in the snow. A chubby squirrel scampered up a tree, while a family of deer bounded gracefully through the forest, their antlers adorned with glistening snowflakes.
As Emily ventured deeper into the forest, she stumbled upon a magical clearing bathed in golden sunlight. In the center of the clearing stood a majestic snowman, towering tall and proud against the backdrop of snow white covered trees.
With a mischievous twinkle in her eye, Emily set to work building her very own snowman companion. She rolled and packed snow into a big, round ball for the body, a smaller ball for the head, and adorned her creation with a carrot nose, coal eyes, and a cozy scarf.
Once her snowman was complete, Emily took a step back to admire her handiwork. With a joyful smile, she named her new friend Frosty and invited him to join her on her snowy adventure.
As the calming effects of the warm fragrant chamomile tea spread throughout Emily’s mind and body her thoughts became jumbled between her reverie of Frosty and her current contemplation. She relaxed and watched as Little Emily and Frosty continued their snowy adventure, they stumbled upon a mysterious cave hidden amidst the snow-covered trees. With curious hearts and eager minds, they ventured inside, their footsteps echoing in the darkness.
Inside the cave, they discovered a magical doorway adorned with shimmering crystals. Emily hesitated, wondering what might lay beyond the threshold. Frosty, sensing her hesitation, gently nudged her forward with a twinkle in his coal eyes.
With a deep breath, Emily stepped through the doorway and found herself transported to a wondrous realm where the boundaries between inside and outside, frame and picture, real and imagined seemed to blur and shift.
In this enchanted world, they encountered a series of magical mirrors that reflected not just their physical appearance, but also their inner thoughts and feelings. Emily watched in amazement as the images in the mirrors morphed and changed, revealing hidden desires, fears, and dreams.
In one mirror, she saw herself riding on a rainbow unicorn, soaring through the clouds with a big smile on her face, her heart filled with joy and wonder. In another mirror, Emily saw a shadowy figure lurking in the darkness, and she felt a shiver of fear run down her spine. She hugged Frosty tightly, seeking comfort and reassurance from her snowy friend.
As the images shifted and changed, Emily’s imagination soared. She saw herself dancing with woodland fairies, building towering castles out of snow, and exploring distant lands filled with dragons and treasure.
Through it all, Emily felt a sense of excitement and curiosity bubbling up inside her, as she realized that the world was full of endless possibilities and adventures waiting to be discovered. And with Frosty by her side, she knew that she could face any challenge with courage and determination.
With each step of their adventure, Emily and Frosty discovered new insights and wisdom about the interconnectedness of existence. They realized that by nurturing their inner world through contemplation and mindfulness, they could experience greater joy, peace, and harmony in their lives.
In the magical realm of the mirrors, Emily learned to embrace her inner thoughts and feelings, discovering that even her wildest dreams and deepest fears were all a part of who she was. And as she gazed into the mirrors, she felt a sense of empowerment and confidence growing within her, knowing that she was capable of creating her own destiny and shaping her own story.
With Frosty’s guidance, Emily learned to contemplate the relationship between the outer world and her inner thoughts and emotions. Together, they explored the idea that just as a framed picture directs attention to what’s inside, our thoughts and feelings can shape our perception of the world around us.
As they journeyed deeper into the realm of contemplation, Emily and Frosty discovered a peaceful serene garden filled with blooming flowers and singing birds. Here, they learned the value of mindfulness, stillness, and presence, as they savored each moment with gratitude and wonder.
Emily realized that more had happened in the cave than she first thought. Her thoughts and imaginings shifted from a child’s mind to her present self. Was she the same Emily of old but with an ever changing and aging body? When she was lost in thoughts of the past where was her current adult mind? With these thoughts swirling in her head, she slipped back into being with Frosty.
Through their snowy adventure and magical discoveries, Emily and Frosty learned that the world was full of endless possibilities and adventures waiting to be explored. And with each other by their side, they knew they could face any challenge with courage and joy.
Hand in hand, Emily and Frosty returned home, their hearts full of happiness and their minds filled with memories of their snowy adventure in the magical realm. And as they snuggled up by the fireplace, they knew that their friendship would continue to bloom and grow with each passing day.
As Emily and Frosty snuggled by the fireplace, Emily’s thoughts wandered to their adventures and the special bond they shared. In her mind, Frosty wasn’t just a snowman anymore; he had become a dear friend, a companion in her imaginative world.
As Emily’s thoughts drifted, she began to realize the fragility of Frosty’s existence. He was made of snow, after all, and the warmth of the fireplace posed a threat to his form. Suddenly, as if in response to Emily’s realization, Frosty began to melt, his snowy body slowly turning into water.
As Emily watched Frosty melt away, she experienced a profound moment of presence. Just as Frosty was a creation of her imagination, she understood that her own sense of self, her identity as “Emily,” was also a construct of her mind.
In that moment of clarity, Emily saw through the illusion of her ego, recognizing that there was no fixed or permanent “Emily” beyond the thoughts and perceptions she held in her mind. Just as Frosty was made of frozen water, Emily realized that she was made of the concentrated ether of her ego, perceived as her individual self.
As each drop of Frosty melted away, Emily felt a sense of liberation as she witnessed her own sense of self melting back into the universal ether from which it had arisen. She understood that her identity was fluid and ever-changing, shaped by her thoughts, beliefs, and experiences.
In this realization, Emily found freedom from the constraints of her ego, embracing the interconnectedness of all things and the vastness of the universe. She knew that while the form of Frosty had disappeared, the essence of their connection remained, just as her own essence was inseparable from the fabric of existence itself.
With a newfound sense of understanding and acceptance, Emily embraced the ephemeral nature of her existence, knowing that she was not defined by any fixed identity or form. And as she gazed into the infinite expanse of the universe, she felt a sense of peace and unity, knowing that she was part of something greater than herself.
To chase the light, and touch the sky,
In every moment, to live or die.
So let us dance, beneath the moon,
And sing our songs, its sweetest tune,
For life is but a fleeting dream,
A precious gift, a flowing stream.
In the rhythm of the earth’s embrace,
We find our place, though lost in space,
To love, to laugh, to simply be,
In a wondrous world, free as me.
Spiritual Gravity 