Blink (Heartbreak)

There are some things I see or hear about in my life that really impact me. Sometimes I have a real hard time shaking them off- I can honestly say that my heart breaks for people when they are in pain and I really have to talk to the Lord about it. Some things that I have seen and heard that others have gone through change me and the way I think and feel about my life. But more importantly changes the way I treat others, it's hard to be a selfish person when you've seen others go through the worst things imaginable. I dont even have to know a person, just hearing that they are going through a hard time and it's enough to break my heart and hurt for what others are facing.

Last week while I was at the hospital waiting to hear the status of my mom's surgery outcome I was reading my twitter page and there was a prayer request that showed up for a girl. And of course I stopped what I was doing and prayed a quick prayer and then for the rest of the day I could not shake the thoughts of this "girl." I noticed it said "girl" and not woman or lady so I knew this person had to be young. I investigated a bit and found out that it was an 8 yr old girl who was in the last stages of cancer and in all honesty the last moments of life. I sat and cried for this family and talk to the Lord about it and prayed for them and checked often for updates on how she was doing... she passed away on Tuesday at 11:38am.

8 yrs old!!! Who knows what she endured physically, emotionally and mentally, I have been so heavy hearted about the whole thing and it truely breaks my heart that a family (a little girl) would have to endure such pain and suffering. I later found out that this little girl has made quit and impact on those around her, she is still making an impact. I also found out that the family were believers and before this little sweetheart passed she asked for a bottle of anointing oil so that she could anoint her mommy's head.

I have been praying for the family all week in the after math of their loss and asking God to bring peace and comfort to the family!

3 things I love:

-> my hubby (duh)

-> Art

-> Music

This sweet girl was an artist and some of her artwork is available in print so, if you love art or would like to show your support you can purchase prints here:

http://www.anneneilsonfineart.com/ellie-potvin-prints

Before I left to my moms I have heard this song over and over again and I loved it... each time it comes on i turn it up and sing along (loudly I might add)... it's a small cry of my heart that the Lord would teach me to number my days.... Life is soooo short and just as the Word tells us, we do not know what tomorrow will bring...... life is like a vapor! I never want to take any of it for granted.... Life is a gift of God!

This song has taken on a new meaning now....

I want to encourage you to make the most of everyday... stop complaining..... do something for someone who needs help...get outside of your comfort zone.... love on those who seem unloveable... don't judge the poor and the needy and don't take your family for granted....make today count in eternity!!!

-luv ya,

Missa