Where
Eagles Fly
Sometimes
it is difficult to imagine what the meaning of one’s life is, or
what one’s place may be in the larger scheme. With the Universe
being so vast and seemingly complex, it is easy for one to feel lost
and insignificant. And yet, when we look more closely at any aspect
of life, we begin to see how all its great and varied forms are
intertwined, how even the tiniest of these rely on each other and
provide influence in some imperceptible way. From this perspective
all expressions of life and energy become meaningful and, without a
doubt, even necessary as we witness this final story.
Once
upon a time, not so long ago, there lived a beautiful golden eagle
who loved to soar high in the heavens. This eagle felt he was master
over all he could view. His vision was sharp and clear and, while
soaring in the bright blue sky, he felt he could see into forever.
And
then, sadly, the day came when this beautiful golden eagle could no
longer fly. There would be no more soaring high in the heavens
above, no more viewing the spectacular landscapes that had once
spread out beneath him. He had grown old and weary and no longer had
the strength to try.
Our
beautiful golden eagle had become sad. He felt he had lost his
purpose in life. To do what eagles do naturally, in the prime of
their life, had been his purpose; and now, it was no longer possible.
Our eagle felt lost and afraid.
While
he sat there, desolate and alone, a rabbit scurried by. Normally a
desirable meal for a healthy eagle, but not so this time. He could
only watch as the rabbit hopped along out of harm’s way. Other
creatures came and went, and again the eagle could only watch. He
was sad because he no longer had a place in the larger scheme. His
purpose had been to soar and hunt, which he could no longer do. It
was only a matter of time before he would perish.
And
it happened; the eagle died and his Soul went to Heaven. There he
was greeted by other eagles that had passed on before him.
“Why
are you so sad?” they asked.
“Because
in my final days I could no longer do what eagles do. I could no
longer soar and hunt and that greatly distressed me.”
“We
understand,” they replied. “We too were filled with regret in
our final days.
We mourned the fact that we could no longer fly or
hunt as once we did so easily.”
All
the eagles nodded in agreement as they acknowledged this truth to one
another. And now, they too looked sad and forlorn.
“But
is that not life?’ asked a voice from far in the rear of the group.
“Is that not the nature of being an eagle? You are born, you learn
to fly, you soar in the heavens and you hunt. Is that not the
essence of an eagle’s existence? And when you no longer can do
this, when your time to soar and hunt is over, you pass out of that
realm and come here. Is that not the nature of any life cycle?”
All
the eagles began to mumble amongst themselves, discussing what had
just been shared, and then they looked around to see who had spoken.
There, in the back of the group, stood a proud and powerful figure,
an eagle of unusual proportions and stature, more beautiful than any
of them had ever seen. She had a glow all around her that seemed to
sparkle when she moved and spoke.
“Who
are you? They asked in unison.
“I
am the Master Eagle from Heaven,” She answered. “I am the Eagle
of eagles. I am the one who guided you on the Earth plane when you
flew and when you were on the hunt. I am your guardian, your
protector and your source of inspiration for eagle life serving you
while you were there. And it is I who bid you to return to Me when
your time was at an end. Do you not recall hearing my voice as you
soared in the heavens, directing you, nudging you along, encouraging
you to try your very best? Do you not remember my whispers in the
night as you slept away that day’s fatigue? I have been your
friend and your guide throughout your life. I have always been with
you.”
All
the eagles nodded in agreement. They truly had heard and felt these
things, but did not know at the time from where these sensations
came. They had all assumed it was simply part of being an eagle and
never questioned the source of their inspiration and guidance.
“We
see,” one of them stated. “You are the one who guided us
throughout our lives then.”
“That
is correct,” she replied, “I am the One.”
The
newest arrival in the group stepped forward and exclaimed, “You are
that voice I heard in my head and felt in my heart. You taught me to
fly and to hunt. You taught me how to be an eagle. I recognize you
now. How wonderful to finally meet you.”
“Thank
you,” the Master Eagle responded. “That is indeed who I am.”
“So,
it is not such a sad thing to be called to Heaven?” the new arrival
went on.
“Of
course not,” the Master Eagle continued. “You have done what you
were expected to do. You learned to fly and you learned to hunt.
That’s what eagles do and you did it well.”
“Well
thank you,” he replied. “Thank you for helping me understand
that my life was truly meaningful after all.”
“You are most
welcome,” she answered. And then she proceeded to move away from
the center of the group.
All
the eagles gathered around to continue the discussion. They talked
at length about eagle life and eagle purpose. They began to realize
that they too had done well, much like their new arrival. Each of
them, in their own way, had learned important lessons and made a
valuable contribution to eagle life. It seemed impossible to notice
this earlier but it was plainly evident now. Each of their lives,
while on the Earth plane, contributed to all life at the time, and to
future generations of eagles as well. Now they were able to look back
and smile. No one’s life was ever wasted.
The
group of eagles seemed quite happy with this realization, much to the
pleasure of the new arrival. He was prepared now to accept his fate
and appreciate there was value in his life right to the very end. He
too had made that same valuable contribution. No more tears, no more
sorrow, he had done his very best.
“Now
on to other things,” the Master Eagle announced as she stepped back
up to the group. Toward some new horizon, it seemed, that somehow
just came into view. “You have new worlds to conquer, new lessons
to learn, new spaces in which to soar. Rejoice and be pleased with
yourselves. And know that what I have said to you is true.”
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