A Simple Change

I just got finished reading the most beautiful love story ever...although, maybe it's not over yet. It was the story of Misty and Darren Leblanc. Misty lost her battle to brain cancer last night at 9:15. I have followed her story every day for the past several months. I went to Messiah College with Misty and Darren and while I did not know them very well at all, they have inspired me and so many others more than words can express. Their love towards each other, their love towards others and most of all, their love towards God was indescribable. You'll just have to read a bit of the story for yourself.

So, I ask that we all make a Simple Change in lives (me included)...

• Hold someone a little closer today
• The people you love...tell them. And, go beyond that and tell them why you love them
• Forgive someone and stop holding so many grudges
• Stop criticizing others because you never know what may be going on in their lives and more importantly, their hearts
• Find the simple things in life that make you happy and remind yourself of those things often
• Find the good in life that each day holds. And, even if something bad happens today, find the best in it. There's a reason for EVERYTHING. And, you can find something good out of every situation (I'm going to work harder on doing this personally).
  
• Be passionate about life
• Don't say you're sorry unless you mean it (I couldn't imagine doing something like that!)
• Be thankful
  
• Touch the life of another (Pay it Forward concept)
• Follow Jesus Christ...following Him does not always make life easier, but He forgives ALL sins, loves unconditionally, and will give you a peace beyond all understanding.
  

P.S. Please keep Darren and his 20 month old daughter, Olivia in your prayers.