At twenty-four, I was newly married with a nine yr. old step-daughter, who, in the beginning, was not as excited for me to be her step-mom as much I was to be hers. We attended a small bible church where little Tiffany, attended with her two older brothers. I had known her prior to my marriage. Our Brittany was extremely shy, but it was Tiff's kind and bubbly personality that broke through Brittany's quiet demeanor and brought out the best in her. One year they even had a solo together in the Christmas Pageant. Their costumes were crisp white shirts, white leggings underneath, gold belts worn at the waste, sparkly gold lapels, with halos to match. They were a site to behold as their voices resounded harmoniously. Looking back I wish that I had shared with Tiffany just how much her kinship with Brittany meant to us. To me.
Over the years it was a joy to see Tiffany bloom and blossom into the woman God created her to be. Her strength and determination to conquer and triumph in many areas was a testimony to me. And a smile that would light up a room. I enjoyed each and every meeting of ours over the years. I wish I could've told her that today.
So why do we wait until it is too late to share with our loved ones what they meant to us? Why hold back warm words of sentiment and love? Why wait to take the time to invest in that loved one? Whether via, phone or in person, I can tell you personally that they will be tickled that you took the time to do so. Write a letter. Share a meal. Have a cup of coffee and fellowship together. Celebrate them. You will not be sorry. In fact, you will feel quite the opposite. Don't wait another minute! If need be, forgive. It will only hurt worse when they've gone. Today I have been awakened to do more with my life concerning the life of others. No longer will I waste another moment of opportunity that the Good Lord has blessed me with. Life is Precious and I'm going to share that with those I love and whom may need to be reminded. For they may not be here tomorrow.
