binding vs. bonding

Blog post written to Master S by desiree -

When thinking of the difference between binding and bonding – what holds us or keeps us together -  this analogy comes to mind:

Let’s say we’re walking somewhere on a trail overlooking a canyon where there’s a bit of a risk for me to fall. You ask me to hold your hand, but to be perfectly honest, i’d feel much more secure if you held MY hand.

To me, there’s a big difference.

If i hold your hand and something happens to me, chances are that i may let go of your hand. But if you hold my hand, then i know for sure that no matter what happens, you’d never let go.

Although we’re taking practical steps to bind me to you, we’ve also bonded in ways beyond the superficial – beyond the fantasy lifestyle.  Without that inherent connection, it’d be a rather empty existence we’d be sharing in.

i’ve asked you to hold my hand during this journey as i realize it’ll be difficult at times. i’m trusting you not to let go.