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| Location: Fireplace mantel of Lisa's house |
If you’re at all like me, you began 2020 thinking it held
such promise for a good year. After all, if you know the Chinese zodiac, you
maybe knew that 2020 was a Year of the Rat. For better or for worse, that is my
sign. Unfortunately, no one had a 2020 like they expected or dreamt or hoped
for. Too many the world over have lost their lives to COVID, families &
friends have unexpectedly had to say goodbye to too many and without the dignity
and compassion of being able to be at the person’s bedside. Too many have
struggled financially and are struggling to put food on the table for their
families, to pay rent and other bills. So many are unemployed through no fault
of their own. We’ve all struggled with things COVID-related, even just in the
way we’ve all had to rearrange our lives and adapt to go get groceries. And
there’s a good chance we’ve all struggled with our own personal things, because
life happens.
Throughout
all of the darkness, though, we’ve seen so much positivity and so many of
generous spirit. There is light always poking through the darkness, if only we
can find those shafts of brilliance, those rays of hope. For anyone who reads
this message, know that you are loved no matter your struggle. And if your darkness
feels so great that you think you cannot find love, please reach out -- to
someone you trust, to a licensed professional, just reach out. You are precious,
and you are so loved. If you can, be someone else’s light. Whether you expect
to receive a vaccination or feel better avoiding one at this time, the world is
moving forward either way. And we will, too.
Like a year
ago, I wish you bravery, strength and courage navigating life’s potholes. I am
rooting for you!
Love, Lisa.
Lisa, Your hope for 2021 gives me hope. Thank you! Keep shining your bright light for all the world to see.
ReplyDeleteJoAnn