roots

in margaret benefiel's words: "deep roots anchor strong trees"

it reminds me of a resurfacing dream that continue to guide the direction of my life:

"i am swimming alone, under water, in a warm vast ocean of darkness. i realize that i can breathe like a fish. i start to relax and enjoy the freedom the water gives me. intense feelings of warmth fill my heart. i notice that i am swimming with a lit candle in my hand, which provides just enough lighting to see my body. unsure of the journey ahead, i just keep on swimming. then, i notice a light in the distance. its candle smoke creates a trail and it pulls my body confidently in its direction. as i focus on the light ahead of me, i catch a glimpse, from the corner of my eye, of another distant light, but this one is far behind me, gradually following the path of my candle smoke. suddenly, my heart is filled with warmth again as i realize that i am not alone."