I was taught a valuable lesson today about myself.
Last night my children spent the night at my girlfriend's house. Nothing strange or inspiring about that - until you know a bit about her. She has three children who are the absolute walking-talking definitions of 'graciousness'. My friend and her husband are also caring for his mother who suffered a stroke a few months ago. Mom came with a list of therapists and doctors appointments, and two dogs; bringing the number of dogs to 4. And she asked for my children to stay for the night.
Not impressed yet? My youngest is 6 months old.
Now I know you are impressed!
There's more. She said she wanted to do something for herself and having my children there was that something. That's amazing to me. If I think about doing something for myself, I think: time alone to write, pedicures, or extra sleep. I don't think about other children coming to my house.
Does that make me selfish?
I feel like I just met me...and I don't like me very much.
I've learned many wonderful lessons from this friend, from her example and her care for me. I've never known anyone like her. How blessed am I to know someone who truly is an example of Christianity? God put her in my life and our friendship has blossomed. I pray with every fiber of my being that I can be as considerate and gracious as she. I pray that I can find the joy in people that she does.
God Bless you, Becky!
Jessica
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