It has always amazed me at how one moment someone could be ecstatic with happiness and excitement, and at the same time, someone could be experiencing the lowest of lows. Believe me, I have had my share of both... and both have taught me valuable lessons. One common life lesson that has been brought by the many trials and triumphs is to never take something for granted. Whether that be a person, a situation, a relationship, a job, or family.
When my dad died, I honestly thought (before he died) that I would just lose it... not know what to do without him. Little did I know that God was working on me through it all... building up my faith in Him, trust in Him, and strength in Him. Never would I think I'd need it as much as I did, but God knew. He knew all along that exact amount I would need to sustain myself and not get lost in despair for something of which I had no control.
My eyes were opened to unconditional love at it's best. Though it's disheartening to realize you must lose something that is as close to you as possible, in order to rely upon the grace and reverence of God. All good things are of Him. He never promised us a happy, stress-free, burdenless, easy-going life of nothing but good times... but He did promise He'd be there at any point in which we need Him, reach out to Him, and show faith in Him.
I know a few of my friends are going through a difficult time in their life right now. No words will really be able to comfort you... find the strength from within to go forward. With Him, nothing is impossible. My prayer for you is that you find a little more peace each day.... let God get you through the tough times... smile at a happy memory of what once was.... count your blessings, and know you are loved... feel the tear roll down your cheek, and realize not only that someone meant so much to you, but that you meant just as much, if not more, to them... and never, ever, take any moment for granted.
Love you.
