I was on a teeter totter of happiness and sadness today.
I had the opportunity to experience a family reunion between four siblings. The siblings are located at three different orphanages due to age, gender, and disability.
When they saw each other for the first time there were joyful tears, inseparable hugs, and contagious laughs! That special moment will be treasured deep in my heart.
The relationship between all four of them was heartwarming, especially the relationship between the oldest brother and youngest sister. I saw characteristics of a leader and a protector in the oldest brother, and I saw characteristics of a mediator and a caretaker in the youngest sister. In other words, I saw Brandon and myself. Seeing them play together made me flashback to creating great memories with Brandon, my best friend and older brother. Brandon, I missed you a little more than usual today<3
When it was time to leave the mood changed from happiness to sadness. My heart broke. They embraced one another with compassionate arms with tears flowing down their cheeks. From an outsider’s perspective, it was a painfully beautiful scene to observe. It was painful because we did not want to separate the siblings again. However, it was beautiful because we saw the raw and genuine love they have for each other.
My spirits are high with the knowledge that today was not the last time they will see each other and there is a possibility they might be able to live with each other again. It was no the end for the siblings, but the beginning.
“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 3:16-18
Thankful for painfully beautiful experiences because they test and secure my trust in the Lord.
