Circle of Love

I love giving to others, but am often hesitant to accept help in return. Giving to others makes me feel warm inside, and unsure why I have a hard time letting others feel the same. I’m not sure if it’s pride, embarrassment, or fear of being vulnerable…..I’m guessing it’s a little of all three. Why is it OK for me to be fed when others want and need to be nourished too?

Before surgery, one of my sweet girlfriends reminded me it was just as important to let people help me, as it was to help others. It’s a circle of love and friendship that needs to be equally fed. So, that’s what I’ve been doing…..letting go, and allowing to be loved and cared for by others.

One friend spent the last three Sunday’s preparing a meal for my family, as well as spending the afternoon and evening visiting. It has been such a joy to break bread together, as our time was filled with laugher and cheer. Her generosity has been heartfelt.

In this circle of love, I’ve been blessed with homemade soup in all flavors and textures, full meal preparation, fruit, flowers, cards, visitors, running errands, and basically making me feel like the luckiest girl in the world……and this girl is counting each and every blessing. Letting go, showing my vulnerabilities, and allowing love in……I feel everyone’s heart.

xoxox…..Sheryl