My dear friends,
I would first like to apologize for not writing for the last year, and also for the lack of communication via social media. I am not sure how many of you will read this since it has been so long since the last time I posted anything, but for those of you who were curious enough to click on this link: welcome, it is wonderful to see you again.
Now, my friends, I believe I owe you an explanation.
Over the past year many things have happened, and I am hoping I can bring you up to speed. There was the normal: graduating, finding a job, preparing to move out, saying goodbye to some friends, and hello to others, etc. Although, there were things that were wedged in between each of those; some that were good, yes, but others that tore a hole in my heart. I have seen the darkest side of those that I trusted, and in the end, taken some of their darkness with me. I fell for a guy who lied, and accepted him back a second time. I have seen the aftermath of a broken friend being surrounded by those that don't understand, and I have cried a thousand tears at the realization that I was numbered among them. I have sat and listened as one explained why life wasn't worth living, and held onto another as they crumbled to pieces in my arms. I have cried with others that couldn't give up drugs, bottle popping, porn and alcohol, and if you ask me what I learned from this last year, it would be:
Life. Is. Beautiful.
It is true my friend, this life that you are in, no matter how hard, broken or confusing that it might seem, it is the most beautiful creation in the entire universe. It is the most precious gift that we could be given, and in it we will be dealt with times that try us and test our faith, but we will also be dealt with times that reward us for our strength.
It is my hope and prayer that you will never forget the beautiful creation you are, and never stop grasping for that light in your life. Take care, and know that you are loved.
