transformed by words

Do not be conformed to this world but be transformed by the renewal of your mind... Romans 12:2

I don’t remember when I thought of it. The thought was just there.

I was dealing with loss, working through it. I realized I could concentrate on death or life. This phrase came to mind: “Transformed by Words”.

Every day was a choice. Do I think about my husbands last tragic moments or the love he left with us? Do I think about my mother dying with dreams unrealized or her last 5 words to me that healed all the hurt we ever had between us. I came across my gratitude journal where I had listed the 5 things I was grateful for each day in the 6 months prior. They were poignant reminders of joyful moments. Loved ones now gone, yet their lives were so much more than their deaths and all their goodness lived on in us. I found the words and they would forever change my life. The inspirational words I held on to, the words of family and friends who cared, the important words said and unsaid; and most of all, The Eternal Word.

I didn’t know what it was going to be, but I started to write about it. I couldn’t imagine sharing this writing, because it just seemed like a journal to me. Who would want to read my journal? 10 years later and there are online web logs (blogs) and email.

I was afraid to share my words, but once I did, those who were touched by them gave me courage. I realized it wasn’t about me. These are the words that I keep in my heart to remind me everyday what is most important in my life. These are the words I am sharing with you. I am sending these words to find those who need them today.

hoping your moments will be transformed,

your friend

alexsandra