Yesterday was one of those days that puts life in perspective. Death has a way of helping us realign our priorities and changing our perspectives.
Last night Cayson decided to party from 3 am- 5 am, which is extremely abnormal for him. Any other night, this wake up likely would have annoyed me. I mean- why was my almost 2 year old awake at such an awful time? But last night, his wake up made me smile and praise the Lord. I was thankful he’s alive, thankful for his ability to move & make noises, thankful for his health.
If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve likely seen me talk about Cayson’s delays. He has a physical therapist, occupational therapist and a speech therapist- each of which who come twice a week. I’d be lying if I said I didn’t worry about these delays multiple times a week. But yesterday, when Kobe & his daughter’s deaths were plastered across every news source and was all over social media, I was reminded of how insignificant these issues are. I have my son. He is healthy. He is happy. He is perfect. And most importantly, God holds him in His hand and He made Cayson exactly how he should be.
Sometimes we need the reminder to shift our perspective.
17 Comments
Lēza Nazaroff
January 28, 2020 at 11:07 amBeautifully stated😘
Gaby Peloquin
January 28, 2020 at 11:23 amThank you! So very true. Almost exactly what I thought about last night when helping my daughter with her homework…it was taking a while. In reality, there is nothing else I’d rather be doing. <3
Jennifer Prince
January 28, 2020 at 1:21 pmIt’s important to cherish each moment and be thankful for what we have. Thanks for the reminder!
Robert Budd
January 28, 2020 at 1:26 pmAmen. Each day is a gift and we must not take a moment for granted.
Delia Atenea
January 28, 2020 at 3:37 pmThis is so true. We need to put things in perspective. Cayson looks like such a blessed boy that is growing in wisdom, stature, and favor each day!
susan1375
January 28, 2020 at 6:57 pmSo true. My mum died a few months ago and there is so much I wish I had done with her and told her.
Norma Nikutowski
January 28, 2020 at 7:29 pmGreat points! Looking at a negative situation from the perspective of gratitude helps us to be patient and appreciate everything we have.
Stephanie Whitman
January 28, 2020 at 8:23 pmThis post had me tearing up a bit. It sounds like your perspective shifted in the same ways mine did. It takes little to no effort to appreciate those around you rather than being frustrated by them in those moments. It’s so good that you’re experiencing that at this time.
Candace Hampton
January 28, 2020 at 8:39 pmYou’re so right – death really does put things into perspective. All of a sudden, all of the little things you were worrying about melt away. The dust clears and you can really see what’s important. Our loved ones being happy and health is the most important thing!
Kileen
January 29, 2020 at 12:59 amIt is so true. Death really puts things into perspective, it’s a sad reminder to hold our loved ones tight and be grateful for them and our lives. You have such a cute family!
Kileen
cute & little
Olya Aman
January 29, 2020 at 4:40 amSuch a cool page and every post is so compelling. Good job. Keep it up.
Sudipta Dev Chakraborti
January 29, 2020 at 4:48 amBeautifully expressed thoughts … it is so important for us to be grateful for every day and never take our life for granted. I am happy I came across your post today.
WanderlustBeautyDreams
January 29, 2020 at 9:36 amSuch great words you shared. I think it’s so important to be grateful and be more present more than ever. So much going on lately and seeing how life can be taken away in an instant is a reminder to value what you have.
Ashley R
January 29, 2020 at 2:11 pmMy daughter had a month where she got up every night for like 1.5 hours and just played and talked in her crib. It still woke us up because of the motion on the camera. It was exhausting. Then all of a sudden she started talking up a storm at 19 months so I know she was just developing.
Agnes
January 29, 2020 at 7:39 pmTake it a day at a time and everything will be fine. Thank you for sharing this with us, great words.
Monica
January 29, 2020 at 7:48 pmSo beautifully stated, “Sometimes we need the reminder to shift our perspective.” Loss does tend to give us a renewed appreciation for life. I am grateful!
Marie Phillips
January 29, 2020 at 11:28 pmI wish this perspective could be universal and that we automatically felt that way without tragedy coming to our attention. Every day is another step closer to sanctification, though! Thank you for a beautiful post.