If you have been led into a life contrary to what your dreams wish for as a result of religious doctrine, abusive relationships, poverty, bad luck, etc. then take heart.
There is always a way out. You can do it! Only you can set yourself free. It is never too late to fight for your dreams. Never allow yourself to be bound by other’s ideals or thoughts of what you should be.
Escape from your cage, take flight, and never look back.
“Calves are easily bound and slaughtered
Never knowing the reason why
But whoever treasures freedom
Like the swallow has learned to fly.”
Musings Of A Wildflower 
A Life Contrary would make a great title for a memoir…
Oh, yes. I do like that idea. 🙂
This is so haunting! Thanks for sharing. It strikes a chord with me too.
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Oh, this is so well-timed. I have been struggling against people in my personal life lately who think writing is a “hobby” that is getting in the way of other “more important” things. We’ve got to fight for our inner artists and our dreams!
Thanks for sharing this, Sara!
Yes, we really do. I am glad this inspired you. Keep on! 🙂
Reblogged this on Sara Kjeldsen Writes and commented:
I wrote this post at the most hippie part of my life, when I first moved to Alberta and lived/worked right in the mountains at a lodge. I still fully stand by this philosophy. Embrace freedom and be happy. ❤