Message From Courtney....

My Mom was diagnosed just before Christmas.  I sought out Cindy at work because I knew she was struggling with her mother's own illness.  Cindy was very empathetic and kindly told me she understood how I felt and was there if I needed to talk.  Unfortunately, Cindy's mother passed away shortly afterward and then her husband unexpectedly died just three days later.  All of us at the office were so shocked and saddened by this news and our hearts went out to Cindy.

That brings me to today.  Cindy has taken her own grief and has chosen to reach out to others.  She e-mailed my Mom recently and introduced herself.  I was really touched when I heard this - I really felt they could be particularly supportive to each other given their own difficult struggles these past few months.  Just last night, Cindy drove out to my Mom's house with a pot of chili and they met for the first time.  I understand they each had a nice visit!

I wanted to share this because in times like these it can feel like everything is going wrong.  However, I have always felt God's hand in this situation and His blessings never cease.  I am so happy Cindy is reaching out in her time of healing and my Mom gets to share in that.  I am hopeful they have been encouraged by each other’s strength.