Everytime I sit to write, I try to think of an overall message of encouragement for my potential reader. Today...I don't feel much like an encourager. Today...I feel empty, weary and brokenhearted.
I learned this morning that a very dear friend of mine lost her sister. In true "Courtney" fashion, I grabbed my overnight bag, and headed (with due haste) in her direction. I was determined to keep my word that should she ever need me, I would be very willing to drive whatever distance necessary to be with her, by her side.
What I was not counting on: Tradition. No details, but out of love and respect for tradition, I exited the interstate, only to enter it seconds later...heading home.
In all my life...I can't remember a time when a friend was hurting and heart broken, that I turned the other way. Every mile that separated me from my friend, my heart ached a little more, tears pouring down my face.
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To my Dear Friend:
I cannot even imagine what you must be feeling at this moment. I am so sorry for your loss, and that this experience came so young. With all my heart I love you, and am sending warm thoughts your way. Should you need me, I will come.
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