Heartbreak

Today my heart hurts ... Things happen that I don't understand. I know to trust God but I still scream NOOOOOO and ask why did this happen. It isn't right, it shouldn't have happened, it is wrong, unacceptable ...

I can't stand it. I want to stomp my feet and throw a big temper tantrum. Life isn't supposed to be this cruel. A beautiful delicate flower trampled, gone before it even had a chance to fully bloom.

Tears flow in rivulets, streaming down my face in agony. Great sobs are wrenched from deep within my soul as I try and struggle with the knowledge. I must stand strong for my beautiful friend but know that it is okay to cry with her when she leans on me. Walking with her through this knowing that it is a parent's worst nightmare and knowing she is wondering how or what she could have done to prevent or stop it from happening.

Oh dear God, please hold them close as the pain feels so sharp and the agony so raw. Let them draw closer to You and to each other, holding each other up as they grieve in their different ways. Show them Your love and tenderness ... wrap Your arms around them and let them know it is okay to hurt and to cry.

I love you, beautiful tiny flower. I am not going to say good-bye because I will see you again one day ... beautiful and whole.