I am experiencing and new and exciting changes in my life. Well, it's not my life that is changing which is the most fascinating part. I am watching all of these changes happening in the people I love and it's beautiful. From new babies, to marriage, to relationships blossoming, to the anticipation of a child to be born. Life is coming full circle for some and just beginning, in so many ways, for others.
I've written about what it's like to feed off the energy and excitement of children, and there is truth in all of it. But this is truly amazing in it's own way. I'm feeling the love and endurance of the human heart through these people in my life without ever having to be in their presence.
Last night, while talking to my sister-in-law Jennis, who is ever so pregnant, I could feel a calm in the way she spoke. She is normally high energy. This woman has strength and energy, and motivation, I could only hope for. She's been anxious to have her little one. But last night, a new attitude had settled into her heart. She was patient and calm. She was content to let her pregnancy progress as it needed to.
Sometimes we aren't dealt the hand we had anticipated. Sometimes the Lord knows what is best for us even when we don't. I have a friend, a relatively new friend, but a close one none-the-less who has endured more than I could ever imagine. She is strong and accomplished and has a heart of gold. It's only fitting that she find love in Joel's best friend, whose heart is large enough to fill Yankee Stadium. Over the last few months I've watched Chris go from the guy who changed zip codes every 3-6 months, to a man ready to settle down and make a home for the family he aches to have. I am honored to be able to watch this friendship grow from a crush to an engagement, and even more honored to watch it eventually evolve into a marriage based on love and trust.
I get to experience life in a different way through my best friend. She is a determined woman. I am blessed to have her in my life. Not only is she the reason I am probably still here, but she is such an inspiration in my daily life. Through her I get to see the life that I didn't choose. She works full-time, enjoys lunches out with colleagues, workouts at the gym, and a cat. I love to listen as she talks of workplace activities, weekends full of plans, and stories about her cat that sometimes only I'd understand. We're in very different places but I think it sometimes makes our friendship stronger - we can enjoy life through each other that we couldn't understand otherwise. I could not be happier with the life I've chosen. And I know she wouldn't have her life any other way either. Her life will soon evolve to include a husband and eventually children - and as she nears those moments I am so blessed to be able to watch and share the journey in our near-daily telephone conversations.
I feel like I am in a whirlwind, and all around me are people I love who are getting to experience these amazing moments. For some it's the small helpless cry of a new baby, for others it's the sound of peace, for others still it's the sound of a beating heart and the anticipation of the future. As I look at the choices I've made, I'm happy to be where I am. Soon, I'm sure I'll be in the midst of life changes as well, but right now I am content to experience these miracles through the people I love.
2 comments:
You're so adorable, it was good to see you guys tonight, man I can't believe how much sarah has grown only in a couple months. can you imagine if we didn't do these dinners? when would we get these kids together? I just watch the kids play and feel so blessed that they know their cousins. I wish the others were closer, they sure are missing out!! we are lucky to have you guys close enough to visit and keep in touch with. LOVE YA MAN!!
I love you Corndog! I enjoy reading your blog so much - most of the time when I should be working! I am blessed to have such a wonderful friend in my life!
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