I love quotes. There is something about finding meaning through someone else’s thoughts or perspective. Over the years I have enjoyed reading quotes in books or finding them on Pinterest. One of the boys favorite places to go eat is Cowan’s. Some of the employees I consider friends, as we have been there quite a few times. When we come in they know the routine…Luke side salad with broccoli and Drew mini corn dogs with fries. As I sit there, I always enjoy reading the quote that is on the wall by Mother Teresa. It is so simple, yet true:
Another quote that I came across was after losing Hope. I had to get blood work done and never had been to this lab facility. As I walked up to the entrance, I thought here we go. I have never been fond of needles, but over the years I have become used to them. As I was going up to the second floor, the elevators door closed. As I looked up on the elevator door it said:
At that moment I thought I can’t see the meaning in this quote, but I should take a picture to have to remember. How creative that a person decided to put a quote on an elevator door. When we go in an elevator we are on our way to appointments, doctor visits, meetings, etc. The minute or two minute ride up I try to smile at the other people on the elevator or say hi. This time, there was no one on the elevator. I was grateful that I had that moment to ponder those words and take a picture to have as a reminder of encouragement.
If you are ever in Washington, here’s the link to Cowan’s:
I love that quote of Mother Theresa also. Read it many times and I love it the same each time. The quote on the elevator is so true. We can’t live in yesterday but make today and tomorrow the best it can be. It is hard to move on from a loss. I have been struggling myself at times since losing my sister. I need to talk to her and go for my phone or as I am driving I head towards her apartment to sit and talk or pray together. She was one of my spiritual rocks. At those times I want to lay down and cry, hide and quit living for awhile but I know I can’t. I know she is always with me and she would be the first to kick me back into gear and tell me to live life and live it well each and everyday. Her memory keeps me pressing forward and pushes me through. Thank you Robyn for sharing this. Helped me reflect and gain perspective once again.
Cheryl, it is hard to push through. I am glad you gained some encouragement. Thank you for sharing your perspective. We all have to stick together and help each other on the journey. All the best, Robyn