I discovered Compass Bracelets by asking a stranger, who became a friend, where she had found her numbered bracelet. She responded with tremendous enthusiasm; and told me how the bracelets are worn and loved; and then are passed onto someone else who continues their own story wearing the bracelet.
I ordered one for myself, and one for my younger sister, the following day.
After enduring, and surviving, the most difficult year of my life; I was inspired to order a bracelet for myself, which I could then pass on to someone who is also seeking answers, direction, inspiration and personal growth; someone who is looking for their own “compass point” in this great big, amazing blue and green marble we all share.
I have come far this year. I have struggled, cried; grieved and come close to giving up. I questioned my own identity and my place in the world. I have looked down upon the simple numerals 3343 many, many times, and been reassured that my journey continues as I choose. I can and I will, overcome any obstacle.Whatever pain has come my way, I know there is an equal amount of joy waiting for me to discover.
Life is change; growth, grief, joy, gratitude and most of all, love. It is my decision to believe in myself; to believe that I can find my own path, and and to show kindness, empathy and love as much as possible. To LOVE. That’s my place in the world. I haven’t had my bracelet very long; but the person whose happiness I treasure above all, is about to embark on a life adventure. I want my Compass Bracelet to inspire, embolden, and symbolize to her the same things it has to me: Growth. Gratitude. And LOVE. She will find her place, and I will be there to say “I never doubted you.
