Friday, October 28, 2022

Dear God,

American Franciscan priest, Richard Rohr, speaks of "remembered love."  He says it is during times when life is hard and we feel forgotten, anxious or unloved, we can reflect on remembered love given to us before and still lives within us.  A few days ago when I read his words, I stepped back in time and remembered.

Yes, when I was diagnosed with breast cancer, I felt alone, afraid and isolated.  During the days, weeks and months following that, I found you waiting around every corner.  During oncology visits, surgery, and a long, painful recovery, I felt your peace beside me.  I felt loved like never before.  I felt joy and celebration.  Although that was 25 years ago, I still remember and am fed by the memory.

Thank you,

Loving God,

for the memories

of your

living presence.

I am blessed,

so very,

very blessed.

I shall 

never forget.

Love, Andrea