The original post of this title from 10 years ago was about work vs play and how important it is to balance that to keep one healthy in every way. But I didn't include any mention of the importance of relationships in that post.
We all need others in our lives and we should not allow politics or religion or even cultural differences to determine who our friends are. Or to use as an excuse to strip people of our love.
As I write this my sweet (unofficial.) god daughter is in a medically induced coma in California. I have known her for her entire life. Her older brother is one of Andy's dearest friends. Her mother is someone I love dearly but feel like we are far apart geographically and in many other ways.
Especially at difficult times we should gather as much love around us as we can. We need to learn to forgive and accept that we will never agree on everything but our differences should not alienate us from people who have been in our lives for many years.
I know as we get older and life experiences change our views we often see others in a different light. And it's okay to acknowledge that. I know that feelings get hurt and that can distance us and change how we feel about the other person.
But I hope and pray that we will not turn our back on the person who may truly need our love . Or refuse to let the other person make amends.
I do know there are some bridges that can never be rebuilt. But hatred and hard feelings should be put behind us or they will destroy us and affect every relationship we have now and in the future.
As sweet Brittany lies in ICU in California I pray not only for her but for her family to be able to feel all the love that is coming her way and that it can be a healing time for all of them who should be bringing as much love to her as is possible. I pray that those who have been alienated for whatever reason will be allowed to show their love for Brittany. It is true that those closest to us can hurt us the most. Those slights are the most painful and words once spoken can not be taken back.
In times of sorrow and depression and hard times we need our friends and family. Even though Brittany is in a coma I know she can feel the love and I'm sure it would mean a lot to her if all of her family could gather round her in love.
My friends, as long as there is life there is hope for repairing friendships and family relationships. We all need love and acceptance, especially from those we consider to be family.
This is a new year. Every day is a choice - to choose love and acceptance or hate and divisiveness. I count my blessings every day and can't imagine my life without all the love that surrounds me. I hope I can show that choice in every word and action.
Please pray for Brittany and her family. Choose love. Thank you for taking the time to read this post.
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