Inspirational Thoughts as we Approach 2006 by Lorraine G Huber
Often as I watch the news I find myself becoming overwhelmed by all the sad and upsetting events in the world and it is sometimes hard to keep a hold of all the great things that are also happening in our lives. This year has been a particularly sad year for me as I recently lost my dear brother to a long term illness and his tragic death has made me re assess so many things about my own life, things that I have taken for granted. One of the main deep lessons for me has been how important my family and friends really are, so often we fall out over trivial things and can bear grudges, not speak or say cruel and hurtful words, or not say all the loving and encouraging words that we feel inside. I want to try and change the attitudes in my own life that will help build encouragement and good relationships, this is one of my goals
This life is so fleeting and whatever your faith or convictions may be, that is a fact. I remember one of my English teachers at high school gave me such an important gift, about appreciating life in all its fullness. I loved poetry and the classics and one poem (I think by Edward Thomas) had a line in it "Look thy last on all things beautiful every hour" I had to do an appreciation of the poem and I recall the comments of my teacher were so encouraging, she said something like - I see in you Lorraine the ability to understand the meaning of these words and live your life in this way, you have a tender heart. I must say both her encouragement and the sentiments of the poem to grasp hold of the preciousness of life made a deep and lasting impression on me. It is funny how the words we say can help turn someone else's life around.
The passing of my beloved brother last month has left a huge hole in my heart, love never dies and I believe that he is in heaven, and it has also made me more determined to try and appreciate those around me who I love and take a hold of life itself and all the wonder and beauty of it. I don't want to get to the end of my life and think what if, I want to think yes I have lived life to the full, I have probably gone on too much and am letting my emotions run away with me, so all that is left to say is love is the most important gift we have.
Follow your dreams in 2006
May it be a great year for you all
Best Wishes
Lorraine Huber
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