JANUARY 13
I think these difficult times have helped me to understand
better than before how infinitely rich and beautiful life is in
every way and that so many things that one goes around
worrying about are of no importance whatsoever.
—ISAK DINESENIt is a costly wisdom, and God knows we would not have
asked for it. But it is also true that coming through a great
sorrow can make us stronger, teach us what is really import-
ant.
But to survive the death of a loved one is no guarantee of
greater wisdom. We can also become embittered, reclusive,
grasping. That’s when we need friends, communities of
faith, even professional help. But if we can weather the
storm, we will have a better sense of who we are and what
we want most in life. And we will learn to savor and cherish
cool water, sunshine and wind, the smell of roses—and the
love and friendship we have now.
I will take time to notice the gifts life gives me, and be thankful.