Everywhere I look around...
Cheesy title? Maybe. Appropriate? Definitely.
This blog entry is quite different from what I typically write... a little more loving & not so much sarcasm. Seriously. Hope you enjoy...
In my search for thoughtfulness or kindness in the last week or two, I've been astounded by the amount of love I've witnessed. In two weeks time, I've attended two weddings. As different as they were, I was truly moved by the amount of love in them both. One weekend, the first gay wedding I've ever attended. The next, my big cousin tied the knot. Both overflowing with love.
(Be forewarned, I'm not interested in political or religious debate.... I'm just sharing my honest, first-hand experience here.) I was anxious about attending the first wedding because I was unsure of what to expect. I mean, I had never been to a union ceremony, so I kept thinking to myself ... "Will there be bridesmaids? Groomsmen? Who walks them down the aisle?"... (Needless to say, I stressed about what to wear for days because I knew I'd be facing tough critics in this crowd.) Once we arrived at the ceremony location, I felt a sense of relief. My friends and I were seated, and I immediately noticed the amount of love in the room. All of my anxieties, or questions, disappeared. I witnessed so much joy, love and happiness in that place... I honestly thought the windows would bust.
The second wedding a week later was also filled with love and happiness. The bride was beautiful and beaming with happiness, and the groom grinned from ear to ear watching her walk down the aisle. Their honest love for each other made my heart smile. The wedding and reception gave our families time to be together and to celebrate, which is always special in itself.
My experiences over the past two weeks have reminded me of how grateful I am for love... from my husband, my family, and my Heavenly Father. These experiences have also inspired me to show love to those around me.
1 Corinthians 13:13 - "And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love."
Which was more fun?
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