Sometimes life leads us in directions that make us skeptical or even scared of the outcome. I think it is funny how we react at times to the unknown. If we don't know the end result, what is there to really fear? I think of some of the wonderful people I have met, opened my heart to and found friendships that run so deep that I would dare you to try to break the bond or interfere.
Many moons ago, a new teacher started in our school and to be honest I didn't think we had the slightest thing in common. I didn't make an attempt to make nice or perhaps even welcome her to our building. (a big surprise huh?) (somethings never really change) Anyways, I have no recollection as to what allowed us to form a friendship that forced me to care so deeply for her soul. Either way, we have connected on levels that let me know we are sistas from another mista!
I have learned more about life, love and deep devotion from Faryl than any other person could ever attempt to teach. As Faryl embarked upon an unknown path with Sadie Jo, her friends made every attempt to make her family comfortable or at least know they were loved. While perhaps, I was not there on the levels that others were, Faryl always knew how much I cared.
As I watched and read what my friend wrote, it truly inspired my heart and soul. My own heart ached for her but pity is not something Faryl would have ever wanted from us. I watched as Faryl was devoted not only to her family but her job and God. I admired from afar how one person could not only change those around them but truly change the world. I was inspired by her Sadie updates and how much she gave as a mom. I think we say that we believe in God and we trust in His judgement. We say we will let Him guide us blindly and know in the end that our best intentions have been cared for in way that God had pre-planned out. However until you witness this blind love or are put in a that type of position, I don't think it is really the same. I can only pray to one day know if I had to be Led, my heart would guide me and to be half as strong as Faryl.
While I know my friend is in a painful place as her daughter would have turned 5 today, in my heart I know Sadie is celebrating. I think God let her touch so many lives that he needed her more to show other angels how blind love, devotion and guidance can change the world. So today's blog lacks humor but not inspiration or love. I am thankful to be a part of the Smith family and to know my own life has been forever altered because of a sweet long lashed little girl that God shared with us, if only for a short time. xoxoxox.
Extremely well said.
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