Loving Dad by Sharon Rosenblum

Nourishing Body & Soul

Loving Dad

by Sharon Rosenblum

When I was much younger, I idolized my dad. He seemed to always have time for me and when I was scared he would help me through it. Like thunderstorms; he taught me to count between the lightning and the thunder to figure out how far away the storm was.

Dads have the energy and strength to be able to do anything. They always seem so smart! It wasn’t until I was in high school that I began to see that my dad was human and had some flaws.

Over the years I have been able to see that we are all imperfect in some or many ways. We are only human after all! It has taken me a long time to forgive my dad for his actions during my childhood. Its been a long journey that came to a close last year when he passed. I learned a lot from him and will always have those lessons to guide me on my path.

Love and forgiveness know no boundaries in my heart. I loved my dad regardless of his human failings. Likewise, I love all of humanity regardless of where they are on their path and how they treat each other. We all have lessons to learn and a big part of that is forgiveness. To forgive is to let go of the emotions attached to an event or the actions of another.

It doesn’t erase the event, nor does it make the behavior or actions acceptable. Our heart needs to be in a place of balance and peace. If we hold onto grudges or anger towards another, we cannot heal that piece and move on to the next level. We remain stuck.

It takes a lot of effort and work to release that anger. You have to let love win and be the stronger guiding force in your life. You can start healing and letting go of the anger and resentment by spending time out in nature.

In the full article, I offer recipe for a Gluten-Free, sugar-free, chocolate cake. I call it the Guilt-Free Chocolate Cake. I made it with my dad in mind. He did not like sweets, but he loved Jimmies and nuts. So this cake is for you, Dad, as I remember the good times we had together. Thank you. I love you, Dad.

Enjoy! Sharon

GUILT FREE CHOCOLATE CAKE

Guilt Free Chocolate Cake

Credit: Sharon Rosenblum

About Sharon Rosenblum

Courtesy: Sharon Rosenblum

Sharon Rosenblum adopted a Gluten-Free and Whole Food lifestyle and is adept at modifying recipes to suit different dietary needs.

A healthy approach to eating also serves her as an Empath and Intuitive. Eating “clean” foods brings clarity when working with her guides and spirit. And, her joints are no longer achy or sore.

Sharon is an Assistant Editor on our Star Nations Magazine Executive Staff and has her own editing business—The Feathering Quill.

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