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June 9, 2013June 9, 2013 ~ storiesbykate

“This is another day, O Lord…. If I am to stand up, help me to stand bravely. If I am to sit still, help me to sit quietly. If I am to lie low, help me to do it patiently. And if I am to do nothing, let me do it gallantly.” — Kathleen Norris

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Me, today. How about you? Day 73

I’m seeing this a lot, and you know what, it’s okay. You’re allowed to struggle. Struggling with depression or anxiety, or having a condition like bipolar or OCD or whatever else it might be that you’re struggling with is not a sign of weakness. When you allow yourself to be vulnerable that in itself is strength. Seeking and asking for the help you need is a courageous act. On the other hand, let’s look out for our friends who may be struggling. Don’t be afraid to ask them if you suspect that something is off. Your reaching out to them may just be the lifeline that they need. And if they share and confide with you, offer them support, offer them your strength. Direct them to where they can get help. A mental health condition is just like any other health condition. It is treatable and manageable with the right therapy and support from loved ones and friends. #mentalhealth #inspirational

Let’s keep them covered until the virus is gone, or we have the vaccine. This is the way we are going to live for a long while yet, friends.

I was feeling a little blue after receiving an email from my favorite airline regarding a flight reschedule for a June trip I had been looking forward to since February. We all know that travel still carries a very high risk, so that flight will have to wait for better days. I sat by the window, intent on writing my blues away, and when I looked up at the skies this is what I saw. In an instant, my blues were swept away. What better calming reassurance did I need? God truly knows our hearts and minds and sometimes the answer to one’s questions is revealed right away. In that moment two things came into my mind. First, the Patti Austin song from my youth: “What's at the end of a rainbow What's in the clouds up above What's at the end of tomorrow My love...” And after that, my life verse, from Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans to prosper you, and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. A song, a scripture verse. A question, an answer as clear as day, “Wait, trust in my timing.” For many of us there were dashed and altered plans, forgone events like graduations and weddings, trips that never came to be, the summer that came and went. We grieve over these losses, but we give thanks that we are still here to live and love for another day, and so we must not lose hope. The world has stopped but for a while, but I’m certain it will re-start again in a big and beautiful way. What’s at the end of the rainbow? Only God knows. And whatever it is, we hold on to faith, and hope, and the promise that God will see us through and carry us safely into that future we all have yet to see. Day 72

It’s a basic safety rule in-flight : put on your oxygen mask before you assist others. My friend, I hope you take some time today to re-fuel or refill your love tank. May you renew and refresh your heart, mind, and spirit by meditating on our Father’s promises, leaning into to Him for strength, and basking in His love for you. 1 Peter 5:7. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.

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