She went on a "self-imposed retreat" to get alone and do some thinking and praying.
(You can read her post here:
Julie has been on an excruciating journey. She had to watch her little son and then her beloved husband pass on due to cancer.
I don't even pretend to know an inkling of the pain she has endured. I pray I never ever know. I can't imagine that I would handle it with the strength it seems she has, although, I know she has done so by the grace of God and so hopefully, I could.
As she walked along a path in her time alone, she listened for God to speak to her through the pictures of His creation. Her insights were beautiful and profound. They blessed me as her friend. I was glad to hear her heart and see a glimpse of her thought processes.
I found myself aching over her empty marriage bed. I had to stop and thank the Lord for my husband. I had a huge lump in my throat just thinking about how much I would miss his presence.
No one can touch me like my husband. I don't even mean sexually. I mean no one can touch that intimate spot that is reserved for Tom alone in all of my life. I was really struck with the realization of what Julie must feel.
every. single. day.
Ugh.
Thank you, God, for holding my friend and healing her heart.
Thank you for the gift of my husband. Forgive me for the times I take him for granted. Remind me that he is indeed a gift to be treasured and honored.
Please help everyone out there who needs your healing touch on their marriage. Soften hearts and strengthen communication Lord.
We need you.
Wherever we are, we need you.
