Push too far into independence and we disconnect and hurt each other. Then in a longing for togetherness, we seek each other out; fumbling around for the warmth of the other. Push too far into intimacy and we get afraid of losing ourselves in it and head the other way. It is the ongoing interplay between independence and intimacy.

You see the separation of life as very arbitrary. You are not alone in this assumption. You have far more connection than you are even vaguely aware of. You will not lose the love that is yours.

There you are.Standing right here.I miss you.Standing here,talking strange words.I miss you.Strange words,telling me plans.I miss you.

The learning opportunities of togetherness are not only practical but precious for us all.