What a beautiful piece. You had me in tears. I pray and hope you get to live a long ife, Mary Ellen. What you and your team are doing at Lydia's house is beautiful...that sense of belonging to a community that affirms each other and looks out for one another is so much needed. Your daughter is an amazing writer, too.
I totally get this! I used to pray for God to know when I was ready, and not before, to take me home. Now I just trust that he will. I too want to see weddings and great grand kids and for my life to have purpose. Your beautiful words describe these desires we all have so well. I want to appreciate the gift of each day.
In a time of my life where it feels like I am constantly preparing for the next step in life in a very worried way, this was a very welcome reminder that there is an underlying purpose and joy to this life right where I am! And that despite all unknowns, God is working through my life in beautiful ways. I can’t wait to see where He takes me and what wonderful things will be in store for me then! Thank you for that beautiful meditation and helping me see what goodness is surrounding and awaiting me :)
This helped me articulate some thoughts and feelings I have around the fears I have of an early demise - I want to be there to see it all. Praying for yall and excited to see you on the other side of Lent
This my favorite blog so far! Beautifully expressed and made me grateful for all the blessings in my life (definitely including you!) And I can assure you I will climb that mountain to see Jacob get married!!!
What a beautiful piece. You had me in tears. I pray and hope you get to live a long ife, Mary Ellen. What you and your team are doing at Lydia's house is beautiful...that sense of belonging to a community that affirms each other and looks out for one another is so much needed. Your daughter is an amazing writer, too.
I totally get this! I used to pray for God to know when I was ready, and not before, to take me home. Now I just trust that he will. I too want to see weddings and great grand kids and for my life to have purpose. Your beautiful words describe these desires we all have so well. I want to appreciate the gift of each day.
In a time of my life where it feels like I am constantly preparing for the next step in life in a very worried way, this was a very welcome reminder that there is an underlying purpose and joy to this life right where I am! And that despite all unknowns, God is working through my life in beautiful ways. I can’t wait to see where He takes me and what wonderful things will be in store for me then! Thank you for that beautiful meditation and helping me see what goodness is surrounding and awaiting me :)
This helped me articulate some thoughts and feelings I have around the fears I have of an early demise - I want to be there to see it all. Praying for yall and excited to see you on the other side of Lent
Great reflection! Continued best wishes and prayers on your journey!
Mary Ellen
This my favorite blog so far! Beautifully expressed and made me grateful for all the blessings in my life (definitely including you!) And I can assure you I will climb that mountain to see Jacob get married!!!
Love Diane
Ok. I'm counting on you Diane. Keep exercising