Thinking about grief here and one who is grieving...grief can be so deep, we haven't any idea how to climb out. Passage of time isn't always an answer. But being there for someone, can shorten the journey that we all make. The need for comfort calls forth the best in us as we walk alongside one who is grieving.
Believing that life is eternal still needs to be worked out in the nitty gritty of living. God values our hearts, both our joys and laughter and our sorrows and tears.
There are as many ways of getting through grief each day, as there are individuals who have the need to. Whatever works for you, is your answer. Honor yourself and your feelings. Try to find something that makes you happy each day, even as simple as appreciating a flower.
I haven't anything profound to say about grief, except that the love we express to each other goes a long way to healing the heart. Love helps in place of words, and words without love are platitudes.
I would rather engage in life with my whole heart, even if that means there are times that are painful.
Here are some favorite quotes of mine that helped me along the way. Some I took as a promise; others as a confirmation that where I was in my journey was OK.
Please share any thoughts you have that would help someone who is grieving.
Karin
Those who don't know how to weep with their whole heart don't know how to laugh either. Golda Meir
Let your tears come. Let them water your soul. -Eileen Mayhew
Grieving is the last act of love we perform for our loved ones. Father Tobin
When you believe you cannot stitch your own heart back together, go to work on the hearts of others. Andrew Solomon
... put ... my tears into your bottle: are they not in your book? Ps 56: 8
...weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. Ps 30:5
God can heal a broken heart, but you have to give him all the pieces. Unknown author
He will turn your mourning into dancing... Ps 30:11
Originally posted 2007-06-02 20:24:39.
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