Clara,
I did not think I would cry as much as I did when your mom told me she was pregnant. My mind immediately went to your birth and how I was not going to be able to hold you, help your momma, or help with all the preparation. I was sad.
We prayed for you. We talked about you and discussed your name for moooonths. You were dreamed about, talked about and waited for.
As I woke up in Chile to a text from your mom saying “it is happening, going to the hospital” my heart stopped.
Luckily the doctor who brought you into the world is my talented sister, and thankfully your dad loves me enough to answer my worried texts. And once again, I was able to be part of this moment.
The moment you entered the world your path started. There is something about paths that intrigue me. There are so many options, so many turns, and yet once you choose one you can’t help but to question wether that was the right choice. The mistake I think we make is to always find the issues instead of identifying the beauty, the blessings, the sun.
Clara, your name means light. I would encourage you to shine whatever path you choose. Surround yourself with people who help you be amazed by life’s singularities (luckily your parents are very good at this) immerse yourself in the hidden beauty of life and identify the potential all paths hold and can bring you.
I have chosen to take a turn at 27. And it has been crazy. You are barely 10 days old, and I ask you to not conform to the ways of the world. I know it might feel like the world expects things from you. But, I promise that if you stay true to yourself, if you keep serving others and you choose to walk in His love, it will turn out ok.
Like I said on my last post, I am different. Most people that grow up like me, have similar walks, but I chose to take different turns. And that was hard, but I decided to stay true to my adventurous self. I decided that I could take charge of my future.
Since a young age I found passion and meaning in serving others. There is something about putting yourself second, and laying down your needs. This humbles you and brings you closer to others.
But, none of these would be possible if I had not understood what Jesus did for me. Both my identity and service are a product of choosing to walk in His love.
So, don’t be afraid of taking different paths. Be different. Be bold.
