“You cannot fully understand a person’s need until you have endured the same need. As hard as you may try to predict and comprehend their situation and suffering, I guarantee you’ll fall short until you’ve been there.”
― Richelle E. Goodrich, Making Wishes
A little over a year ago I began what I call my morning chats.
These chats started because a dear friend of mine lost her husband. I was far way and knew a trip up to see her was not possible. Calling her didn’t feel right. What do I do?
I sent her a text.
That text started a morning routine that continues today.
Over time, I’ve added others to my morning chats. Some are daily chatters, some once a week, and others I know only have time for quick chats every now and then.
It’s all worked out very very well.
What’s interesting is these how these chats have evolved into so much more–for all of us. Because of this little forum, we have an outlet to share our daily lives–either in a nutshell or we can type away and unload all our recent frustrations.
I never know what I’ll learn–every morning it is surprise just waiting to happen.
My friend Mary’s grand daughter was so surprised her grandma texted daily. Charlotte was even more impressed to learn her grandma had been friends with that person for almost fifty years.
Okay–truth be told–I’m pretty impressed with that fact, too.
The moral of the story–if there is one–is simple.
There is usually a way to reach out to someone. Whether I like it or not, I am beginning to understand being there in person may not always be possible. Even though it often drives me insane, our modern technology allows me to stay in touch with people who are hundreds, if not thousands of miles away form me.
One of the few benefits of getting older is gaining life experiences. Sooner or later we will all need the help of friends. God knows I’ve leaned on many shoulders over the years. It’s all part of the deal–we’re handed a challenge, we learn, and we survive in order to reach out and help one another.
Heavenly Father,
Today I pray for my family and friends. May these special people find comfort in the knowledge they are unconditionally loved. May they see and understand their own strengths and unique inner power. As their awareness grows help them find the peace they seek.
I thank you for the gift of all who have been a part of my journey. May my awareness grow so I can continue to learn and share my life lessons with old and new friends.
Father, I am humbled by your many blessings.
I am grateful.
Amen.
~Barbara Jo Burton Hibdon, June 24, 2019~
I am…
B…simply being.
~Peace be with you, my friends.~
Thank you, Glynis Walker Morse, for sharing your wonderful picture today. I thank you and I love you.
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