I’ve been walking by this single white rose since Friday.
I brought it home from a funeral I attended and put it in a little vase.
The husband asked the congregation to take some flowers with them as they exited the church.
There were way too many for him and his family to take home.
His wife had many friends.
And each time I pass by and catch a glimpse of these now browning petals, I feel such a pain in my heart from the loss of someone so special.
I pray that her boys will be alright.
She taught me so much about being an advocate for my daughter. I don’t think I ever told her what an impact she had on my life.
So I walk past this rose and am reminded of her kindness, honesty and beauty.
And I smile.
I give thanks that our paths crossed exactly when I needed guidance and reassurance.
You may never know how you may be influencing someone.
Through your words, gestures, smiles or even a simple all knowing glance.
I hope to live such a life that my casket will be surrounded with so many flowers that my family couldn’t possibly take them all home.
It would mean that I had life that was well lived, a life that was united in faith and the love of my family.
May you rest in peace sweet Dana.
Stay Sassy Y’all.
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