Life is too short to wait has been the theme to my weekend. Friday I met with a co-worker for lunch. We are discussing the possibility of starting a business of our own. We are capable women! We are just in the talking stages and I have no idea if this is what I really want yet but it is definitely an option. Why not?!
Saturday I attended the memorial service of a man who I grew up with on Downey Drive. I lived next door to him and his parents for 30 years??? Although they had moved away years ago, there is still a feeling of “family” when I remember them. I still communicate with his mother on Facebook (isn’t this crazy how we all communicate nowadays?) and I was looking forward to seeing her although I wish it had been under easier circumstances. The service was beautiful. It was more of a celebration of LIFE than of death and I think that is how we should remember those who have left us. They are still with us in our memories. Life is incredibly short!!! I never realized this until my mom passed away in 2003. It feels like the clock is ticking away and I have this over whelming feeling that I must grab every chance that comes along and live life to the fullest EVERY DAY. The people we meet in our life are put there for a reason. Don’t take them for granted and treasure every moment because we do not know when they might be taken away from us. Tell those people you love them every chance you get. Marty’s service was beautiful. They played a video montage of old pictures of him with family and friends enjoying life. The service ended with a song that Marty requested to be played at the very end and it was very fitting for the occasion. I have never been to a funeral service and heard an Ozzy Osbourne song but it was PERFECT and it was what he wanted…”See you on the other side”, Marty 🙂
After the service I went to visit my dad at the nursing home for the rest of the afternoon and had dinner with him. I normally go visit him on Sunday but I was already in Ky so I decided to go ahead and go. Plus I knew he would be very happy to see me no matter what day of the week it is. My dad is my inspiration. He cannot walk anymore and he has been in the nursing home confined to a wheel chair for 5.5 years. His struggle with his health began at least 5 years prior to that. His health has gradually declined since he was diagnosed with NPH (in 2003?) but his spirit has not. I visit him often because I know that time is precious and I need to enjoy every moment possible that I can with him. He keeps his chin up and remains as positive as he can with his given situation. It inspires me and it makes me thankful for my health and for being able to get up everyday and walk around and do whatever I want to do.
Next, I stopped by my friend Anna’s house. We watched a movie called “Bridesmaids” which is a quirky comedy and we both said it described our lives to this point as far as relationships with men, friends and family to a degree. Failed jobs, failed relationships, fake relationships, jealousy among girl friends, empty bank account etc. etc. etc…..the list goes on and on. But in the end the main character came out ahead and HAPPY. And I think that is where I am headed. You have to go through the struggle to win the reward. It is crazy at times and it takes a lot of FAITH but in the end we do make it through. I am getting there and I am enjoying the journey.
This morning I went to church. I have been visiting this particular church for about 3 months now and it is one of the best things I have ever done. I have never been one to go to church on a regular basis but I cannot wait to go every week to listen to Pastor Bret speak and listen to the uplifting music. It starts my week off great and I am thankful a friend of mine recommended for me to check it out. This church has recently been recognized as being the 6th fastest growing church in the U.S. That is AMAZING. To me it means something very special is happening there and I am glad to be a part of it. There will soon be 3 locations and they are going to start having 3 services beginning next month to accommodate the growing congregation. Today’s message goes along with my theme for the weekend…”Do not wait until you are told you are dying to start living.” I am definitely going to take this advice 🙂 After church I went to the gym and ran 2.5 miles on the treadmill…came home and had good healthy lunch that I prepared for myself…and then took a long nap 🙂 I do believe in naps! I am now getting ready to go meet a friend I haven’t seen for a VERY long time to catch a movie.
This is not a “very sad handwritten book” (Anna) 😉 …this is my life and it is a very blessed one. If you are reading this I truly appreciate you taking the time…don’t wait…and have a great week! Life is short but life is good…