It is well with my soul

Some days are just hard. There is no getting around them or ignoring them. They are there even though you want to bypass them altogether. More often Thant not, I dread the hard. But today, I'm grateful for it. It's days like today, where you need to extend grace, hold yourself open to tender moments and memories, and allow yourself the space to grieve what once was and what could have been. Whatever is facing you head on today, take a moment to lean into it. Embrace the hard. Acknowledge the fear. Let tears flow freely. Reflect. Remember. Goodness, joy, and love still surround you. It's always there if you choose to see it. But today, take notice of the hard. Allow it to be what it is. Give grace to yourself as you walk through hard times, and give grace to others walking through their own battles. Be kind and show compassion. Life is hard, friends -- let's love each other through it.