I'm far from a believer, but I was once intimately involved in believing in some thing bigger than my self, a soul, the savor, and a life after. That aside, the hardest part of life is getting through the surprise of losing a loved one. Moving forward, being headstrong, and resilient while suffering a tragedy. Today I called a friend. This wasn't someone who I have known long, or even know well, but I had to call them today. I think the hardest thing about this phone call was calling on Christmas. A few days ago my friend lost someone, she lost her husband.
Although I don't believe, I feel that Christ must have been watching over her. She was calm as I listened to her tell me what happened. She was so strong. I shared with her the words that carry me through the loss of someone, "It is going to be okay." Usually, I don't like to say I'm sorry because there is nothing to be done and it is not my fault, or anyone's fault. So, I simply say "It is going to be okay."
After our short exchange of comfort and condolences, she said "cherish your loved ones because you never know when they will be gone and God bless." I think it is amazing that someone who has just lost a loved one, can say these words. And, no matter how cliche these words are, I think their relevant. Her strength gave me strength and motivates me to move forward, be headstrong, and resilient during the holiday.
Now, I don't want to end this on a sad note, so I'll say this; don't forget your reason for the season. No matter what lifts your spirits, whether it's belief in something bigger than you, or your loved ones; keep that thing close to you not just today, but everyday.
Merry Christmas
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