I have so many things in my head right now that it's been a little bit difficult deciding what to blog about. There are a lot of things that I want to say a little bit about, and a few things that I want to say A LOT about, but for various reasons, (the law, good manners) I cannot. So, here I am with a jumble of thoughts to share with you.
A close friend's husband is facing a medical crisis. I say crisis, because that is truly what it is. While his kids are technically grown, they lost their mother very young, so he is their only biological parent. I have not been friends with her husband, in fact, our friendship at times was strained by the fact that her husband and I did not see eye to eye on many things. Instead of creating friction, we just let some distance grow, but we always knew that we were there for each other, and more importantly, we were there for each other's children. Now He is very ill, and although we will never be close, I do not wish this for him, or anyone. I want to be able to be there for them both, and their children. And this is where it gets complicated. Now that I can't drive. I have to learn new ways to support my friends in their times of need. Before, I would go to the hospital and bring lunch, or pick up kids, or bring a meal, or whatever. Now I have to get creative. Cards, and texts, and just my words sometimes have to be enough. Knowing that I am praying for them in their situation takes on new meaning. When I say it, I truly mean it, because sometimes, that's all I have to offer. And many times that has to be enough.
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