I suspect the primary reason the apple tree doesn’t spend its life attempting to be a pear tree is because it totally relates to its source. This is one of the great lessons Nature has to offer. It works because it doesn’t have the imagination to veer away from its true blueprint. We do, which is why a prime element of the spiritual path is a return home to the awareness of our Source.

Your metaphor is VERY helpful. I awoke this morning and before I could think, I became aware of a relationship, a presence around me. It was as though I was surrounded by a benevolent affirming presence.

Thank you Allen. What struck me as I read your comment was that I may plant an apple tree for the purpose of getting apples. The tree itself, however, does not produce apples specifically for me; it just produces apples because that what it does and is. Regardless of why it was planted, its purpose is to be the best apple tree it can be. For me, this ties into what you say, “I see my life as an opportunity to explore and experience that [divine] relationship.” Thanks again for your input.