Space

        "Space is all around us. Space is beyond and it is infinite. We say we need a little space when there are too many people or too many problems or cares that crowd in on us. We say we need space when there is not enough room physically and we realize that we need some space. Different people need various amounts of space, they need various distances between themselves and others and some work and feel best when there is so much space that they are considered 'loners.'

        It has been spoken of before, but it is good to reassess that which is within, for within all of us is much space and infinite distance. Perhaps it is that there is so much within that some people get 'lost' or a feeling of being lost when they go within themselves, so they quickly end their journey. This is sometimes done out of fear of what one may encounter, yet it is by traveling within that we can travel the most distance and visit the beyond. Space beyond should be encountered without expectations. It takes courage to travel to an unknown space, to withhold judgement as to what may be seen, to leave some space for new experiences. The key is to have the space within one's self in a sustained comfortable environment which cannot be easily shaken by new and unusual sights. This can be done by faith in one's self and being aware that all journeys bring newness until the traveling has been made enough times to acquaint one's self with the space that is visited.

        Traveling in space should be done with care in not traveling too far, too fast. One should always remain in control of one's consciousness and the awareness of earth and one's physical body. Travel in space can be of lightening speed and this can be disconcerting if one is not used to this mode of travel. It is wise to be cautious in going slowly and if there is the feeling of being 'too far away', then the will should be activated to get back to home ground. Views and details may be of such speed that if it is something that you wish to retain, it is advisable to write down a few words to keep the memory from disappearing. Some things seen can be admired in a general way, but when it comes to describing, you will find it quite impossible to find the right words. This is because there is a different frame of reference and specific words do not fit the myriad experiences awaiting the 'space traveler.'

        Not all people are good travelers. Some are 'stay at home' people who just don't like to travel. This is also true of space traveling. It is a choice which one can make, but it is not essential to do it. In all of time, there are those who forge ahead and those who remain behind. Both contribute to life even though their patterns are different. There should be no sense of inadequate progress if one doesn't travel or feel the need to travel, but for those who do, there are many wonders."