It is only Tuesday and it seems like it should already be Friday. I am unsure why I continually feel this why. It just seems like everything that shouldn't happen, has happened in the last month or so. The days seem to fly by with so much undone, but at the same time they don't fly by fast enough! I catch myself daily stuggling to keep my head above water; much like everyone else. I guess it is true, "When it rains it pours!". When life pours down I try to remind myself that it could always be worse. Too often I find myself down in the dumps, complaining about things, or even wasting my time obsessing over things that really don't matter.
On Wednesday of this week, we lost a friend in a tragic accident. This is a picture of him. He was working in the oilfield and there was an accident that took his life. He was 26 years old and left behind a daughter who probably will not even remember him, and a family that will spend the rest of there lives making sure she does. Life is not fair, but things happen in life and it is our choice on how to deal. We must choose to stay down or to get back up. (I know it is easier said than done) I guess I have had some time to reflect this week about what is REALLY important in my life and I wanted to share a few 'quotes' that I use to remind myself what I believe in and what I use to get back up after being knocked down.
I Believe...
That it has taken me a long time to become the person I want to be
I Believe...
That you should always leave the one's you love with kind words,
because it may be the last time you see them
I Believe...
That you can keep going long after you think you can't
I Believe...
That we are responsible for what we do, no matter how we feel
I Believe...
That maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had
and what you've learned from them...
And less to do with the number of birthday's you have celebrated
I Believe...
No matter how bad you are hurting, the world doesn't stop for your grief
I Believe...
We are responsible for who we become
I Believe...
That the people you care about most in life are taken too soon
I Believe...
The happiest people don't necessarily have the best of everything
They just make the most of everything!
I know that you have probably all heard these sayings before, but sometimes a simple, corney phrase can make you stop and think about things. I hope that tragedy does not strike you or the one's you love, but I am learning to live my life like tommorrow is a gift. Just something to think about. I am not trying to be a downer, but I am realizing that when I think I have had the worst day or week, that it could always be worse!
Carlie,
ReplyDeleteI am very sorry for your loss. I think you have reflected your feelings very well.
"I Believe...
That the people you care about most in life are taken too soon"
So true are those words; thank you for reminding me. I, too, have lost someone very important in my life--it's been almost four years now. I know it is tough writing about how you feel, but I bet you have received an enormous sense of relief through your words.
-Maureen O.
Eng. 226
Hey Carlie,
ReplyDeleteI know we're just in an online class together, but I'm speaking from the bottom of my heart - I'm incredibly sorry for your loss. Losing someone you care about - family or friend -always hurts. I will keep you and your friend's family in my prayers.
It's never easy saying goodbye to someone; however, your spirit and positive outlook on life will help you. You're focusing on honoring his memory and cherishing everyday as a gift.. That's all you can do in a time like this.
Once again, I'm sorry for your loss.
- Whitney
Engl. 226
Your words of inspiration reminds me also what is important in my life. I had to look in on my two teenage daughters that are sleeping in late. Just remember, God doesn't give you more than you can handle. Keep your spirits up, and your online classmates are keeping you in their prayers.
ReplyDeleteI echo the sentiments of your classmates--so sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteK. Smith
Eng. 226