Godspeed

 Godspeed is not an expression that is often used these days.  I use it quite a bit, with my own interpretation of what it means.  To me, it is a blessing of sorts.  

I've looked it up.  It is an ancient expression that equates to wishing someone safe travels and good luck to be prosperous on a journey.  More than "good-bye"--which, btw, is derived from "God be with you"--to me, it is an investment in love and a prayer for the traveler.  To me, it is like "aloha"...hello and good-bye, until we meet again.

And that's the kicker: meeting again.  To me, Godspeed means "May God speed you on your trip and return you safely back to me."

If I tell you "Godspeed", you'd better bet that I love you and am putting my faith in Almighty God/Intelligence to make it happen.  Consider it my Mizpah:  The Lord watch between thee and me while we are apart, one from the other.  Amen!!