Monday morning I found out that a family I know is praying for their little twins that are 26 weeks along, and the mom is having complications. The little ones are named Cade and Briella, and I find myself praying for them all throughout the day, asking for them to stay in the womb just a few more weeks.
Monday morning I found out that a wonderful woman I know, who has been struggling with cancer for about 9 months, was close to losing the fight. She is a mom of 8 children, ages 5 - 20.
Monday morning I found out that a little 5 year old girl I knew of, who I had prayed for numerous times over the past two months, had died from cancer.
Today I found out that the mom of 8 died.
I find myself with lots of questions about life? about cancer? I have a lot of thoughts. I am thankful that I know the author of life. I am confident of my eternal future. But, I look at my little 5 year old daughter, and it breaks my heart to think of the family that has lost their little girl. I am realizing that all those around me know someone with cancer. We are all connected to a family, friend or co-worker who is struggling with cancer in one way or another.
In some cases it's not cancer, but there are neighbors, teachers, loved ones who are hurting and sad. I want to help. I want to love well, listen well, give well.
Life is fragile, our days are numbered. Let's hold our little ones close. Let's take the time to comfort those who are hurting. Let's never take for granted the many blessings we have.
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