When struggling with grief sometimes it is easy to think our lives are spinning out of control, and at times they are. One of the most empowering things I can do, is to live my life with purpose. I have not always done this, in fact I lived many years surviving day to day, but not living my life. I was waiting for the next crisis, or as some would say, for the other shoe to drop. I was broken, I had no purpose. I endured each day wondering who was going to die next. When I started to heal and have hope and faith again, I started living my life with purpose. My life evolved into living for each day, knowing all too well everything could change tomorrow. My life with purpose is so much better than just enduring each day! My purpose changes, but my life is so much fuller with purpose. Having a clear purpose empowers us to grow, and move forwards in our lives!
Re-posted from July 3, 2010, as I recover from hackers…
I was shopping today, and found these pictures to put up on my wall, I wanted to share the poems with you. As I have been physically struggling with a total knee replacement, mechanically it is awesome & works well, but it swells beyond belief when I actually use it…So I have been frustrated, so much to do…so little energy…these will help me remember it’s all good…eventually! Anyone who has been to grief beach knows I love inspirational quotes…(smile)
Live…every moment.
Laugh…every day.
Love…beyond words.
Dream…your destiny awaits.
Wish…your life is in your hands.
Believe…your future is unwritten.
For my friends new to the grief journey these words are hard to live by, but remember you are living for and with your loved ones in your heart. Your loved ones are not gone or forgotten, live each day as if it were on purpose, and take your loved ones into the future with you.
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On days when I am tired, and wondering if the struggle is truly worth it for me, or if I am strong enough to do this, God sends me a letter. I truly believe Angels come in many forms, and that I have met a few in my lifetime, this friend is one of those Angels who come into your life to help to open the doors.
I share this with you -
Subject: wow!!!!!!
Dear Sandy,
I finally have had some moments of peace and quiet so I could focus on your book…..and your book is WONDERFUL!!
What a gift you have given to so many who are completely confused, stressed and worried about how to comfort a friend who is grieving. You have helped the families who have to hear the words, and those who try to find the right words. Your writing reflects your experience and there is no doubt you do know exactly what you’re writing about….thus your recommendations will be taken seriously and will be helpful. I can only imagine how tough it was to rewrite the book, and I hope it has brought you many good things. It was courageous and (I imagine)
exhausting, but very informative for many.
Today I sent your books to some Make-A-Wish people who hopefully will use it for their volunteer training sessions.
I also sent you a check for the books you sent….and thank you for the charitable discount! That was very kind and generous of you.
I hope your life is fun, interesting and fulfilling….heaven knows you deserve it!
All the best to you and your family,
Terry
(I am blessed with many Terry s in my life! – Isn’t that interesting?)
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