When I was younger my New Year's resolutions were things like working out, scripture reading, keeping my room clean, or not kissing any boys. Now that those things are a regular part of my life (well I kiss one boy), I am looking a little deeper for these resolutions. My mom sent me a video recently about a man with no arms and legs (posted below). Although I have all of my limbs, I have other handicaps that present obstacles to my ability to live a full life. As I make this list of weaknesses in my mind, I feel totally overwhelmed! They affect my relationships and my own happiness. They seem like impossible hurdles. Like this man, I don't want to let my handicaps affect my life forever. Like him, I am going to get back up. No matter how hard I fall, no matter how many times.
I found this video an amazing parable for my life, too. I admire your courage, Sarah. The greatest battles are fought within the chambers of our own soul, and you will win!
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ReplyDeleteTo my beautiful sister,
ReplyDeleteEverything you said rings true for me, too. My weaknesses are debilitating and painful for myself and the people I love. But the good news is, it's okay. We all have our weaknesses, and we all fall over and over and over again (some, like me, fall harder than others). Like you, I just keep getting back up and trying again. And like you, every time I get a little bit more humble, a little wiser, a little stronger, and my faith grows. So it's okay.
And it helps that when it comes down to it, at the end of the day, no matter what happens, I know I have my sisters.