Beyond Words

Sometimes, the bitter sting of life hits hard.
I received this email..."Ginny, I am devastated, my mother is gone...please pray for her soul..she was not a Godly woman..."  It seemed like a response email would not suffice, so I telephoned her.  She was so happy to hear my voice.  This was my first phone call to her.  You see, she lives 3,000 miles away from me.  "I have no one to help me.  I do not have enough money to go to see her or be at her funeral.  She lives in Mexico...my husband is on the road and I am not sure when he will return.  No one cares about me.  I sit here by myself.  The world is so cruel.  People do not care anymore."  Her sobs resonated in my ears.  "Please don't cry." I managed to choke out...What more could I say?  My heart was breaking for her...my feelings......beyond words

Another friend, someone who I have known for over 40 yrs, tells me that his adult children do not honor him as their father.  His son, the favored one, has not spoken to him for over a year.  In fact, he does not know where his son is living.  His daughter, only calls him to invite him to a family event once in a while.  She has a new baby and he is never asked to visit the infant.  She too, never calls just to check in or to find out if he is doing well.  I listen but my words do not seem to help.  My thoughts....beyond words.

"My husband does not want to be married anymore.....My good friend just passed away...My husband is terminal.....My sister has a mysterious disease....."  My feelings toward these unfortunate issues.....beyond words.

On the opposite end of the spectrum we find happiness, joy, hope, love.

"I think I have met the one."  Her voice is calm and happy.  "He is so nice, and he brings me roses.  He loves the Lord.....I have been waiting a long time....I prayed for this day to come....courtship....maybe marriage.....The joy deep within for this dear friend of mine cannot be expressed the way I want......it is beyond words.

The package arrived two days before my birthday.  It was a complete surprise.  My dear sister-friend Celeste sent it to me.  Inside, was a beautiful hand crafted, altered art glass decanter with a sweet bird stopper.  Also inside was an altered note or photo clip.  Both of these lovely gifts were exquisitely wrapped in the prettiest pink paper with a tulle bow.  Then, I saw a slender red box and inside was a beautiful silver chain and crucifix.  My heart just burst with such joy, that I was speechless.  I was so blessed to receive such lovely gifts!  Once again, deep within my soul, I could not find the words to express my gratitude for such love, such a thoughtful gesture....it is beyond words

Beautiful wrapping!

had to put black in the background so it would show up!

photo or card holder..so sweet!

The picture does not show the sparkle and shine of this beautiful cross:(