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Day 25: A Love Letter



Perhaps this one is the most challenging blog of Blogember month … it's not about being clever or witty, being funny or entertaining.  This blog is a love letter to myself…..

Dear Jude,

In thinking of all the wonderful things I appreciate about you, what comes to mind immediately is your fierce devotion to your family and close friends.  I love that you find ways to comfort, surprise and endear them to you with thoughtful notes, conversations and the occasional, "I saw this and I thought of you," gifts.

As you dedicate yourself to ensuring your family is well taken care of and always feels loved, you are an incredible mom.  You refer to yourself as an 'intentional' parent - with the way you help your daughter see the lessons in the good and the painful, remind her of her kind and caring heart from which to make decisions and the playful nature you allow to escape showing her how much fun life really is.

Part of your nurturing nature has allowed you to develop into a great cook.  This is something you think of as an ability to provide for them and imparts your love.  Boy, they sure to appreciate all that you do!  And yes, you are a great cook too!

I love the fact that you find meaning in everything!  You look on the bright side each time, assuring those around you that 'this too shall pass,' and if we don't learn what we're supposed to learn it will find us in the situation again.

Jude, the thing I love most about you as your enduring spirit.  When faced with adversity, you take a deep breath (sometimes that lasts a week) and plunge straight in.  Your desire to resolve and learn from it astounds me at times.  Your perseverance doesn't apply to tasks, it also applies to learning the skills and ability to manage emotions and expectations.

Please know from the deepest part of my soul two things.  One, everything is going to be alright.  And, two, you are deeply loved - more than you could possibly know!

Love,
Me...


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  1. UnknownNovember 26, 2013 at 7:54 AM

    Aww! what a fabulous letter to yourself! I love it so much! You did GREAT on this writing prompt!!

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    1. JudeNovember 28, 2013 at 8:52 AM

      Thank you SO much Lea! It was a challenge, but isn't that what this writing was all about? Thanks for following along, I really appreciate the support!

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