I remember Valentine's Days many years ago. I dreaded them. I ignored them as much as possible, which was difficult. It hurt to watch couples celebrating with all the flowers, cards, etc.. I was happy for them, of course. But I honestly felt rejected, not good enough, alone, everyone's sister but no one's sweetheart.
Sweetheart banquets in college were especially painful. Guys asked gals weeks i...n advance. Screams of excitement were heard all over campus. I pretended I didn't hear them. My heart secretly ached anyway. When banquet night arrived, some of the guys asked me to go to their dates' rooms to let them know they had arrived. (My RA room was on first floor and easily accessible. Texting wasn't an option yet.) That was a lonely night.
My music professor and I talked about it one day. He suggested that when times like that approached, I should take a drive off campus and spend some "me time" elsewhere. How wise he was.
When the next banquet rolled around, I jumped in my VW beetle, drove on the interstate and a few country roads. I couldn't help but notice the beautiful sunset, the rolling hills, the birds singing and the moon and stars becoming more visible.
Then it hit me. I was loved...by the Greatest Love ever....the Creator, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, The Great I Am. He gave me vision to see His creation, ears to hear birds singing, ability to breathe fresh air, friends who love me each day...life to know His love...and hope for a future with His Presence promised.
I drove back to campus viewing life differently. I am not alone. I am always loved. God has a plan and purpose for my life. I would trust Him.
Today I wish each of you a very Happy Valentine's Day! You are never alone and always loved...by the One Who knows you best and loves you most! May you remember that today, everyday and always! Love to all!♥~thl
Sweetheart banquets in college were especially painful. Guys asked gals weeks i...n advance. Screams of excitement were heard all over campus. I pretended I didn't hear them. My heart secretly ached anyway. When banquet night arrived, some of the guys asked me to go to their dates' rooms to let them know they had arrived. (My RA room was on first floor and easily accessible. Texting wasn't an option yet.) That was a lonely night.
My music professor and I talked about it one day. He suggested that when times like that approached, I should take a drive off campus and spend some "me time" elsewhere. How wise he was.
When the next banquet rolled around, I jumped in my VW beetle, drove on the interstate and a few country roads. I couldn't help but notice the beautiful sunset, the rolling hills, the birds singing and the moon and stars becoming more visible.
Then it hit me. I was loved...by the Greatest Love ever....the Creator, King of Kings, Lord of Lords, The Great I Am. He gave me vision to see His creation, ears to hear birds singing, ability to breathe fresh air, friends who love me each day...life to know His love...and hope for a future with His Presence promised.
I drove back to campus viewing life differently. I am not alone. I am always loved. God has a plan and purpose for my life. I would trust Him.
Today I wish each of you a very Happy Valentine's Day! You are never alone and always loved...by the One Who knows you best and loves you most! May you remember that today, everyday and always! Love to all!♥~thl
John 3: 16
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