To you…you know who you are
We received a rather interesting piece of mail yesterday. Mixed in with the bills was a rather lumpy card. In looking to see who had sent this to us, we quickly realized that you did not want us to know. Our address was the only thing found in the upper left corner of the envelope. Curiously, I opened it. I then proceeded to cry.
I am for once at a loss for words. If you are reading this please know that what you have done will go down as one of the great acts of kindness. Thank you for you love. Thank you for your prayers. Thank you for being you and giving to us what you have. I daresay you have a crown in Heaven for this one. And you deserve it.
We’ve seen Jesus through you and what a beautiful sight to behold! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.
Honestly…
Why am I sharing such intimate details on my blog? Why do I write about life’s many struggles? Why am I pimping my pen (or keyboard…whatever) and giving you the sordid details? One reason: it’s for you. Yes, you…shy girl…way in the back…
I look at life like this…God has given me an outgoing personality. He has given me a love for people and a heart for others. He has also given me trouble. Heck-He’s even promised me trouble (John 16:33) so what I do with it is ultimately up to me. Well…to ellude to a completely overused cliche’ (so SO sorry)…I DO like lemonade. Especially homemade. Pass the sugar, please.
So, with all that has been dealt to me I feel it would be a waste to monopolize it all. I clearly know that I am not one of the chosen ones who goes through struggles in this life…we all do. However, I do feel that in my case I am called to share these experiences with others. I have greatly benefited from others who have shared their life’s battles and showed their scars. I have learned from these brave people and appreciate beyond measure their openness. I want to follow in their courageous footsteps so that maybe…just maybe…I can live up to my life’s motto.
Tonight I really just wanted to share WHY I’m sharing SO much with you. Most of you readers are women. A good many of you have struggled through the same things I now am. I would be a fool for not seeking your advice and learning from your experiences. Others of you have not had these struggles but will. I hope to be an encouragement when that time comes. I hope you’ll look back and remember “Hey…if someone else made it through these times…I will as well.” And still others of you have offered your support and prayers. For that…words cannot express my gratitude. For that…I almost feel selfish for sharing. Thank you.
