Man, this last month has been extremely trying. I’ve been on an emotional roller coaster ride between the things at work, the things I’m working towards, and my own heart. I’m watching those around me struggle and then struggle some more. I’ve felt like walking out a few times and throwing in the towel. I’ve kept my heart hidden and my passions caged, but that is changing. Every time I’ve been on the edge of the cliff looking down into the abyss, some little bit of hope that was tucked away somewhere that I couldn’t even see, started to step out into the light. I can sit here now and say that I know it is really only just beginning. The days ahead will be different because my heart is changing. I’m learning to see things a little differently. I’m learning to see people a little differently. I stand in awe of the fact that I can place my finger on my wrist and feel my heart pushing blood through my veins. I’m so very thankful to be alive in this moment. This is the moment that I get to tell you… I love you. Some of you I know and some I don’t, but I know I love you. I’m learning to see you as the gift you are. You bear the image of an awesome Creator. Even if you don’t accept it, you do. I’m being taught to look at you as the image bearer that you are. Do me a small favor, and just for one moment, open up your heart and see that you are loved beyond anything you could possibly imagine. YOU… ARE… LOVED!!! ~ Lee

I can’t get my mind off my heart.