07/10/2025
I see this image in my dreams, when I waken, and throughout my day since the flooding occurred.
Although I know there were so many that were lost in the flooding that occurred in Texas last weekend, this group of little girls and counselors that were lost truly signify the sheer devastation of it all.
Although we are physically separated from this tragedy by many miles, we are reminded how fragile our lives really are.
I have never been one to turn away from heartbreak such as this, as I believe being aware of the details is my way of honoring those that were lost.
Remembering their lives, who they were, and who they loved means so much to me.
I am reminded again and again to live in the moment and cherish those who share those moments with me.
Seeing little ones lost hits differently.
Amidst the challenges of raising our own children, witnessing the shocking loss of children that belong to parents just like us puts what is truly important in such perspective.
Allowing our children to understand that we love them through the most difficult parts of this journey together is crucial.
Remembering that they are creating their own story while we are trying hard to let go little by little as they blossom into who they are meant to be.
Allowing disagreements to fizzle and disappointments to heal is crucial to ourselves as well as our children.
Reminding them how proud we are of their efforts and their resilience means so very much.
We can love them while holding our boundaries.
Ultimately we are never promised tomorrow with any of our loved ones.
Tragedies such as this remind us to hold each other close through this journey, even during the challenges and the struggles.
Forgiveness lights the path of unconditional love.
Our time together on this journey is short- and no matter how much time we have, the quality of time that we offer each other matters the most.
Sending so much love to you.
