My 26 year old also tells me he will not live to an old age.
The fear is real.
As an involuntary response, I find myself looking at what those in movies do when faced with such things. (Most recently, in “The Rings of Power” during the rise of Sauron. ). Patience is seen. Patience and thoughtfulness when they are helpless, or even uncertain of consequences or of danger. But passionate action when opportunities present themselves…and most eye opening….Having one’s back and/or protecting others even in the heat of battle.
I see loss.
I see pain.
I see circumstances where the good guys get slaughtered.
So I prepare myself, my heart for such things. At the same time I resolve to protect others around me as much as I can. I will focus on that resolve. I pray that resolve will replace my despair.
This life is fleeting.
I will try to be a light even as darkness closes in for as long as I am permitted.
You, Michelle are that light in the dark. I thank you for your courage and conviction. Keep up the fight!
Your response just gave me the chills. Our adult children seem to understand and accept the world as it is and have chosen to carry on in spite of it. It's all we can do. Be our best selves and find joy wherever we can. Thank you Lisa.
My 26 year old also tells me he will not live to an old age.
The fear is real.
As an involuntary response, I find myself looking at what those in movies do when faced with such things. (Most recently, in “The Rings of Power” during the rise of Sauron. ). Patience is seen. Patience and thoughtfulness when they are helpless, or even uncertain of consequences or of danger. But passionate action when opportunities present themselves…and most eye opening….Having one’s back and/or protecting others even in the heat of battle.
I see loss.
I see pain.
I see circumstances where the good guys get slaughtered.
So I prepare myself, my heart for such things. At the same time I resolve to protect others around me as much as I can. I will focus on that resolve. I pray that resolve will replace my despair.
This life is fleeting.
I will try to be a light even as darkness closes in for as long as I am permitted.
You, Michelle are that light in the dark. I thank you for your courage and conviction. Keep up the fight!
Your response just gave me the chills. Our adult children seem to understand and accept the world as it is and have chosen to carry on in spite of it. It's all we can do. Be our best selves and find joy wherever we can. Thank you Lisa.