Reflections

Every once in awhile, the Lord gives us an experience or two that causes us to pause and reflect on our lives. I feel like the past couple of weeks I've had that opportunity.

Heartache comes in many forms-- the passing of a sibling, the illness or loss of a spouse, child or parent, accidents, abuse. So many friends in my church family here have experienced such tragedy, and my heart aches for them.

Last night I was reading "Simple Abundance," and I came across something that was especially poignant to me. Elisabeth Ross said, "It's only when we truly know and understand that we have a limited time on earth--and that we have no way of knowing when our time is up--that we will begin to live each day to the fullest, as if it was the only one we had."

This past week, hugs to my kids have lasted a little longer than usual, the "I love you's" are more frequent, and I even ran out into the driveway in my PJs to give one last hug to my hubby before he went to work. I am more grateful each day to live and love and appreciate the many blessings in my life.

Love and prayers go out to all of you who have experienced sadness and grief. I pray that the Lord may give you comfort and strength to endure to the glorious eternities.