Forgiving

Quinn

It sounds like you went through a pretty rough time in the past few days. But, fortunately, it sounds like you came through it with flying colors!

Forgiveness can sometimes be hard, but forgiveness is sometimes for us, not for the person we are forgiving. Forgiveness lets us free ourself of anger and resentment, always emotions that will keep us from moving forward in life. Forgiveness doesn't necessarily mean we want to be with the person.

I am glad you made it through okay.

Eileen

I recently viewed a documentary on children who were shipped out of their countries where Nazi's were invading. The children were now elderly adults telling their stories. It goes without saying many of the stories were heart-wrenching. But, at the end of the documentary one of those adults ended his story with this:

"You know the good thing about life is that you remember the good things that happen to you. I know I made it through for my children and grandchildren..."

I was so moved by this statement. It is more a choice to remember the good things that happen to us and not dwell on the hurtful things. I like to learn how not to treat others when I feel hurt by something or someone. This man was a shining star. Though he was ill treated, he thought of how his life could benefit others in the future. Not all of us will always have children or grandchildren... but there will always be those coming behind us. I am coming behind that man that I never met or probably never will. But, his courageous attitude has had a profound effect on me and I will always remember what he said.

Thank you for being courageous enough to share your hurts and victories with us. It will no doubt bring help to those who read it.