The Unbalancing Things

Many things in life unbalance us.

Some things are left to be unsaid.

Some things are hard to understand.

Some things occur to teach a lesson.

Some things just happen, and have no explanation.

Whether or not we choose to accept it, is up to us.

There is a saying that goes something like:

"God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."

I like that. A lot.

It is so true.

Many things, we wish we could change, but cannot.

But, the things we can change are often pushed to the side, so that we can continue trying to change what can't be undone.

And the wisdom to see the difference between the two, is often no where inside of our minds.

Some things recently happened in the lives of those around me, that cannot be understood as easily as one would like.

Right now, their lives are unbalanced, and pained.

Broken, and sorrowed.

And there lies what no one can change.

No one can change what cannot be undone.

Those that I care about cannot be healed of their pain at my command.

It takes time.

But, as humans, we all see things differently.

We take it upon ourselves to attempt to heal the wounds of our loved ones, when we cannot.

We often find ourselves becoming frustrated when our efforts do not work.

But, we still don't give in.

So, why not turn that saying up there, into a prayer?

It will work. Trust in God, with all your heart, and it will.

The ones we care for, and cannot help, we can only let time and the presence of God help.

That is the only way that their lives will ever become fully balanced again.

To my hurting friends, whom I cherish:

I love you, with all of my heart. I'm here for you, always. Please don't ever forget it.