So on the final night at Garner State we made a campfire and
everyone sat around trying to stay warm! It was during this time that our
leaders shared with us that this was a time to be lifted up by our brothers and
sisters.
Well for those of you who know me… this is an uncomfortable
spot for me to sit in. I am very much a realist and it is hard for me to not
only take compliments, but also be able to think positively when in reality I
know how I am treated by those who are to be “uplifting” me. SIDE NOTE: for
those of you who maybe haven’t been reading my blog… it has been a challenge to
make friends with 18 year olds who show no desire in being friends with a 24
year old. BUT the Lord is good and he used a sweet young man to uplift and encourage
me a lot that night.
After reassuring me that yes I am older and yes I have had
many life experiences that most of them never have, he lifted me up through his
kind words. He spoke of the choice he made to look past my hard, serious, and
older outside and chose to get to know me. He shared that once he got to know
me he understood me much better and saw the genuine heart that I have. That I do
care for each and every one of them, but that it is more difficult for me to
connect with them.
He spoke of the things I do in an effort to reach out to the
family and the patience he has seen grow inside of me. He just truly spoke some
truth and lifted me up. It was a HUGE blessing that I needed to hear and I am
thankful he shared! I was glad to know that through both of our efforts to care
about the family, we made a friendship!
Sounds cheesy I know.. but it rocked my world and made my
night.
Celebrate you my dear friends. Celebrate your loved ones.
Tell them how great they are.
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