I want to talk about something close to my heart right now. It's remembering to tell those around you that you care about them. Saying those fleeting thoughts of kindness may make all the difference in the world to a person who is feeling down or insecure.
On a personal note, my daughter Heather is in the hospital, in ICU and has been there for six days. Although she is finally getting better, there was a couple of days when she was critical and we didn't know which way she would go. I thought of all those things I wanted to say to her. How her life could be enriched with those words. Would I get the chance? Fortunately, I will. But it took this kind of disaster to make me remember that we must voice our feelings to family and friends.
I hope you are remembering to tell your friends that they are cared about and are special. If you haven't done so today, pick out someone and remember to encourage them.
Thank you for this reminder. I hope your daughter recovers well and quickly.
ReplyDeleteThank you! She was discharged this afternoon, but on oxygen.
DeleteI'm glad to hear your daughter is doing better. That's really scary stuff. Hugs to you and your family.
ReplyDeleteMary: Thanks! She is recovering now.
DeleteAll things positive should be share with abandon, strangers, friends and family. I'm glad things turned around :-)
ReplyDeleteAnna from Shout with Emaginette
I agree with you 100%, Anna! If we all practiced this, there would be no war.
DeleteGlad to hear Heather is recovering. What a scary week you must have had! You are so right. Nothing trumps family. We need to appreciate our time with them in the moment!
ReplyDeleteKim: Considering the fact that she couldn't breathe right for most of the time, I was quite anxious. She is home today and I hugged her tight. Thanks for your good wishes.
DeleteYou are right, we need to say those good thoughts, not just think them. I suppose we always think we have more time!
ReplyDeleteI'm sooooo glad HeatherBug is getting better!
So glad to hear your daughter is getting better. Nothing makes us feel powerless as when we can't help our children.
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