Today is Melody's Birthday!!! So I want to share a little bit of how my heart feels still. It's been a great year overall on the race. There has been many challenges as well as opportunities to grow. Being on the race throughout all this hurt and heartbreak although hard was probably the best place for me to be. I would not be where I am if it wasn't for God or certain individuals here with me on the race. It's still hard. My head knows she's gone but my heart still hasn't fully grasped it. The hardest part is remembering every single detail and feeling from that day in February, sitting on the side of the road in El Salvador. Thinking of that day brings so much pain and saddens to my heart. It's only because of God I go on.
"Trust in The Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." -Proverbs 3:5
So today being Melody's Birthday since I can't be home with Steph or anyone. I decided to celebrate her Birthday by going to the hospital in Uganda to the maternity ward. And celebrate new life!!! Followed by lunch with my team.
Last week I has the opportunity to visit the hospital and be there for four births. I wasn't comfortable going but, I knew it would stretch me and bring joy to my heart. So I went and God wowed me with new life. Having the opportunity to give a mother their baby and see the happiness and joy on their face is priceless. Being at the hospital I had opportunities to pray with soon to be mothers and hold their hands. Life is simply a great gift from God. So, cherish it and love no matter what.
So today I celebrating new life in memory of my best friend Melody Ann Parlos. She was more than I could ever ask for. She knew how to love others like no one else I've seen. God Gave her a heart of love to share with those who knew not of it. She had the greatest smile that could bring anyone up from being down. When memories flood my mind it sometimes brings tears followed by a smile. I love when I remember all these great crazy memories! I am so blessed to have been friends with her for the past sixteen years!!! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MELODY!!!! I love and miss you so much.
Thinking of you always <3
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