The Circle of Life

A friend of mine is going through this life cycle in the most literal way. Her husband died last year, leaving her to care for her young family without a lot of support from extended family and friends.

I watch her struggle, listen to her, try to encourage her. For the moment, her grief is deep and trying to keep her nose above water is about all she can do. I hurt for her, even lose sleep over her distress, but overall feel pretty helpless to help lift her out of this pain.

Eventually, I hope, she will find some steady footing and can start looking at the bigger picture. Her life is changed forever. I hope that eventually she can be open to what God is trying to offer, to that rebirth.