In fact, none of us lives for himself, nor dies for himself. If we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord. Either in life or in death, we belong to the Lord; (Rom 14:7-8)
My life has been touched by a wonderful soul. I grew up at Mildred's Florist. I was raised by the "village" of that shop. I considered everyone there my family and my greatest memories of childhood are in that centerblock building.
I may have moved away, gotten married, and started a family, but I will always consider Elizabeth City home. I know where I came from and who got me to where I am today.
Today I have a heavy heart, for a wonderful individual. Her love for Jesus is inspiring- for life is contagious- and for people is overwhelming. As she chooses to live the few or many remaing days of her life as peacefully as she can, I can't help but cry. I pray that she does not suffer. I pray that the Lord comfort her family- and give them strength. And me!
I was on the fence about writing this blog, but decided this is about as honest as I can be. I promise to blog soon about something a little more upbeat. I say goodnight with one of my very favorite quotes...
“If ever there is tomorrow when we're not together.. there is something you must always remember. you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. but the most important thing is, even if we're apart.. i'll always be with you.” -Winnie the Pooh
The "family" you speak of at Mildred's is now officially my family and my blood now runs through that building.....I also have a VERY heavy heart. The news I learned yesterday has brought me to tears everytime I think of it. My husband has thought of that individual as his "family" since I have known him and when I broke the news to him he was silent. As is ours his heart is breaking....her personality will always be a part of us. We hope to visit her soon and that she continues to enjoy the rest of her life as much as we have enjoyed her.
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