Oh my gosh - 4 fabulous moment-quotes in this article:
'I wasn’t paying attention until I heard the pastor say, “… if it is a burden and not a blessing, then most likely we are involved in a project, not a person …”*
'It’s the realization that every joy, every sorrow, every delight, every moment brings us closer to the end. Every single day is a gift. And every gift costs.'
'In my final moments, I believe I will think of all these things and more, and I will say to myself, yes, each of these things cost me my life, and all of them were worth dying for.'
'And I’ve had to acknowledge how intertwined they all are, how close to death we are at all times. And I wonder, How could I not have been aware of that before?'
Yes so true! Some simple (and big!) truths you know because you've heard them, but don't ~understand~ until you've ~learned~ them.
Taking a moment to reflect on all the special times. The challenges are real but living in the moment is so important however difficult. Thank you for sharing your journey.
Once again, my heart and mind expand with joy and gratitude for your winsome, authentic telling of life's story! Thank you, Sarah, for being such a powerful voice of hope to find our way in the midst of the chaotic beauty that is our lives.
Oh my gosh - 4 fabulous moment-quotes in this article:
'I wasn’t paying attention until I heard the pastor say, “… if it is a burden and not a blessing, then most likely we are involved in a project, not a person …”*
'It’s the realization that every joy, every sorrow, every delight, every moment brings us closer to the end. Every single day is a gift. And every gift costs.'
'In my final moments, I believe I will think of all these things and more, and I will say to myself, yes, each of these things cost me my life, and all of them were worth dying for.'
“Grief shared is halved. Joy shared is doubled.”
Thank you Sarah!
'And I’ve had to acknowledge how intertwined they all are, how close to death we are at all times. And I wonder, How could I not have been aware of that before?'
Yes so true! Some simple (and big!) truths you know because you've heard them, but don't ~understand~ until you've ~learned~ them.
So well put, Jane! If only understanding/learning didn't so often require experiencing and walking through the fire. But in my experience, it does.
Best wishes in Italy!
LOVE this one… well, I love all of what you write but this one hit me smack dab in the middle of my aging forehead! ♥️
Thank you, Lori! Hugs to you. :)
So well stated!!!! Love what you share!!! Jewell Fiskness
Thank you, Jewell! ♥️ Hope to cross paths with you soon!
As a fellow catastrophizer and someone who thinks way too much about dying - this resonated so very deeply with me!
And I'm curious to hear your thoughts on Gutherie's book, I haven't picked that one up yet. Also, congrats on 300 subscribers!
Thank you, Christine! I appreciate you introducing yourself as a fellow catastrophizer -- it's good to know where my people are! ♥️
Taking a moment to reflect on all the special times. The challenges are real but living in the moment is so important however difficult. Thank you for sharing your journey.
So true! Here's to living in the moment ... often so much easier said than done. All my best to you! ♥️
Once again, my heart and mind expand with joy and gratitude for your winsome, authentic telling of life's story! Thank you, Sarah, for being such a powerful voice of hope to find our way in the midst of the chaotic beauty that is our lives.
Sharon, thank you so much for your encouragement! ♥️ "Chaotic beauty" indeed!