"Two are better than one--if one falls down, his friend can help him up." Ecclesiastes 4: 9 - 10
A card containing this scripture accompanied a bouquet of flowers that a friend brought to me yesterday. It touched my heart. Perhaps because I am currently unsteady on my feet. Perhaps because I am also unsteady in my resolve to do what's right.
Whatever the reason, the words found a place in my thoughts. How often do I rely on my friends, my family? Every minute. Every hour. Every day.
In my present condition, can I lift a friend up if he falls? Maybe. If I'm looking. If I'm aware. If I think of someone besides myself.
These appear simple things. Look with my eyes. Use my mind ,.. and heart ... to determine a need. And, finally, think outside myself.
This I know for sure: life is hard; helping others up when they fall--and allowing them to help us up as well--is the only way we will get through it.
Great words Mom. We need to both be willing to give and accept help as it is all part of the master plan.
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