I cannot remember a series of weeks more difficult, challenging or intense then these last 3. Seems like everything from life to death has happened around me. I can not remember a time in my life where I have been forced to deal with more emotions, thoughts or fears. I could easily share the details of a very challenging few weeks but I would rather share some perspective instead.
One of the perspectives that has changed a lot for me is the love of my wife. As much as I love and appreciate her, I can not fathom how anyone could live a live of heartfelt devotion to others the way she does. What an amazing, Christ-like example she is. As much as I may try, I will never be able to match her kindness and selfless giving. She is such a blessing to this family. Words just can not express how I feel about her.
Also, I have a greater appreciation for friends. I am blessed with a few really close ones and I have learned that I have more people in my life who care for me then I thought I did. It means more then they know.
The crazy thing is, when I look back at it, I can see God filling every heartache with some kind of joy, everything impossible with purpose. His ways are truly higher then ours.
So I realize more then ever that the journey of life is sometimes tainted with misery and loss. That life itself it meant to be examined, refined and enjoyed like a fine wine. I have learned not to put off living to next week, next month or next year. The only time we ever live in is this moment.
Make every moment count!
~ dave
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