Last weekend, my family and I left town and went on a much needed vacation.
Since we didn’t have baseball to distract us on May 26, we spent the day on the beach. While it wasn’t easy, the ocean helped.
I took comfort in the sounds of the kids’ laughter as they played in the surf and the feel of the salt on my skin as I floated in the rocking waves. But the most therapeutic part was the normalcy of it all. I was grateful for the ocean’s predictability in our unpredictable world. By the end of the day, I felt content and peaceful.
There’s never a silver lining when enduring a tragedy. But I’ve come to appreciate the little things in life and as I’m moving forward I’m realizing the little things are the big things.
I’m also deeply saddened by the senseless and tragic death of George Floyd. My heart goes out to all of those directly and indirectly affected. I saw a great quote on Facebook that captures how I feel:
Finally, Wednesday, June 3, is Mike’s birthday. I hope we can all do one thing to honor him on this day.
Hi Kristen,
I’ll be thinking of you tomorrow, as I know it’s not an easy day. It happens to be my birthday, too. I was born on my Grandma’s 50th birthday, and she is no longer with us either. It is a very bittersweet day for me. I’m also a recipient of The MRP Project, and am so grateful for the service you are providing to those of us going through diagnoses and unsettling times. Thank you for being you.
Warmly,
Leah
You’re amazing Kristi and I love you. You are one of the strongest people I know and am so proud of you!