Ok, so Gift of the Magi tells the story of these two who live in this drab, gray poor outer world that is based on misery, work and money, but the true richness that they create together in is the inner love and affection that they have for each other. And they sacrifice a part of them to give them each other the best gift of all a "selfless" love token from these useless gifts. As long as they have these gifts, they will remember it. That is a kind of thing that can't be bought and it makes the gift even more special and personal than what they replaced.
When I realized that which I stated above is when the epiphany happened for me. My outer world although is not drab or gray it is not all that I need to be satisfied. I had to ask myself- What does it mean to be truly rich? My inner richness is allowed to be shared in a creative and intimate way and it is something that I value and share. That I have bonded with others to make friendships that live parallel with our real lives. And because the roots of my relationships keep me grounded and not wandering I am able to stay planted happily where I am and grow into the person that is happier than before.
What a wise story that is the Gift of the Magi for it makes me feel wiser and more complete than before.
I hope that all makes sense. I know it is my own thoughts, but it helps me to write it.
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