One Word

     Four years ago I found my first word on the sanctuary floor. Words written on silver cardboard stars and placed facedown. My selection— random or drawn to the word. 

      Just yesterday I found a book that purported to offer a way to select one word. This word when  you follow their suggestions will alter your life.

     Yes, I’m skeptical. The first year my word— release. I did think that the word was appropriate. Yet, it’s a bit like a fortune cookie or an astrology reading. You can, without too much effort, read yourself into a word. 

     But the following year my word appeared to fit. Then the third year my word, once again—on target. On December 30th the sanctuary floor will be filled with stars and I’ll walk up and select a star without knowing the word.

     Random?

                or drawn to a particular star?