I got an email this morning from one of the bravest women I know. My cousin, Jill, is the wife of a Major in the Army who is currently deployed in Afghanistan. So, she is also currently a single mom. Can you imagine taking care of two little ones on your own? I struggle as the mom of an only child and, let's face it, a VERY helpful husband. But, she does it and she does it well. She is a great mom, a great wife and one of my favorite people. She inspires me all of the time!
When we get tempted to feel sorry for ourselves, we need to remember that there are tons of people facing difficult situations. That didn't work for me last week. I was in it to win it - the battle of who can feel most sorry for themselves. And then today that email from my cousin made me think, "You are stronger than this, Melissa. You and Jill come from the same blood. You have it in you to be strong too!"
So that's what inspires me - women like Jill who face challenges with courage and strength. I'm done feeling sorry for myself. . . for now(LOL). I'm going to be strong again. I'm going to continue to fight and take good care of myself. Please do me a favor. If/when you pray, please pray for my cousin who needs God's grace and strength now more than ever.
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