Life is such an adventure. It seems like as soon as I figure things out, change happens and I start the cycle all over again. I'm recognizing that often I'm living every day in 'crisis mode' just trying to survive. The moments are flying by and I sometimes find myself screaming inside, 'Stop the ride! I want to get off!!' But I can't. And I won't. And crying about it isn't going to help anyone.(except maybe me). When life gets hard, in the quiet moments I can turn to my Heavenly Father and pray to know how I can best approach and learn from the experiences that I'm blessed with. Because they really are blessings. And I can embrace these opportunities to learn and grow. And I will become the person that He sent me here to be. And I will do the things that only I can do to make a difference.
This incredible gal has become quite an inspiration for my girls and I. Especially My Angel. I know that she has as many bad days as anyone, but her perspective is amazing. She has influenced profoundly the way that we see life and the hard things that happen.
Sometimes I think the hardest of days are the ones where we have to watch our kids experience their hardest of days. Who knew that the seventh grade lunchroom experience could be as painful to a thirteen year old girl as any major surgery? Who knew that being a sister of a special needs 'celebrity' child could be such a struggle every day, affecting how one feels about themself and how one acts and reacts in every situation in their life? I feel strongly that these beautiful girls of mine will learn and grow from the challenges that they face and become amazing women. I already see it happening, and I know, with the Lord's help, they'll make it. And make it well! It makes my heart swell to see them turn to heaven for help and receive strength and answers as they experience their own hardest of days.
Change is inevitable. Change is important. Hard things do make a difference for good. Seriously, how blah would life be without challenges? The secret, I am learning (probably slower than I should...), is the cheerful part. And I will keep looking for opportunities to laugh. And making opportunities for my family to laugh. I can't wait for the perspective that will come when I'm all used up, and can look back and say, 'Ah ha! That's what He was doing with me!'
Keep smiling!
Mel, we live so close to one another and yet I feel like I'm getting to know you do well by reading your blog. These thoughts are so inspirational. I love you!
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness! i finally made it to your blog just before heading to bed tonight. this is exactly what i needed after a day full of struggles and lots of tears. the good thing is that the day ended with a blessing from Heavenly Father and then this blessing from you. thank you. i love you.
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