December 20, 2015
Dear Connie
There is no question that this past year has been full of challenges. I’ve watched you go through some pretty rough times but I’ve also been privileged to witness many small miracles too. I know in my heart that our meeting was not by chance but by God’s perfect providence. I have been blessed this year too by our friendship which has grown deeper with each passing day. You and Sparkie mean so much to me! It has been a roller coaster ride that sometimes doesn’t seem to end but because of faith we are refreshed and can begin again.
Today at mass I was reminded of God’s loving care…it is by His care that we are able to gather each Sunday to give thanks and receive His sustaining love. So many people were surprised to see you and it brought tears to my eyes to see the joy they had by your being present. You really do look great and if you don’t believe me, then maybe you will believe all those who saw you this morning. As I gazed at the cross, I was so full of Thanksgiving and Praise for it was by His love and healing that you were able to be with us again. He has seen you through some really tough times…but that’s not my focus. My focus is where you are now! Your health is moving in a good direction and there are many prayers being offered for that to continue.
When I think of you Connie, Sparkie is right there too. I can’t think of one of you without making room for the other. You two are like salt and pepper. One is not good without the other! I thank you for allowing me to be a part of your family and taking me in as I ride in the back seat. Just so you know, whether you’re driving or not, I will always be in your rearview mirror, cheering you both on! You both have taught me so much about the value of life and love. Love is not always pretty and sometimes it can really challenge you. I’ve gotten to sit with Sparkie when there were no words to describe the sadness we were feeling, and I’ve gotten to sit with you as you planned a life for him without you. I can’t tell you how these times cut to my core but what I can tell you is how they enabled me to realize that the love you both share is one that is blessed by God. When I think about the way you both love each other, it blows me away to think that God loves each of you even more than that!
I hope this next year will be filled with many more blessings because I know God is just waiting to shower you with His love. I know as this next year begins we will find out what Dr Connor’s plan will be…but more importantly, we will find out God’s plan. One thing for sure is that He will be right beside you…as He’s alway’s been…loving His precious child… YOU.
Merry Christmas!
I love you,
Lizzie