12/01/2021
I move to Costa Rica 6 months ago and although I love living in paradise⦠I miss my family.
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The day before Thanksgiving I found myself sitting around the dinner table with just my mom, dad, brother and sister (all the others were dispersed throughout the house)
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We were having a casual conversation that turned deep.
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I started to share about my recent battle of depression from losing my baby and how it was deeply effecting my motivation to take care of myself.
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My family questioned me and challenged me. They asked questions so they could better empathize with my experience but also push back on my belief system
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They gave me suggestions without making me feel controlled. They encouraged me and let me know I was loved and supported no matter what.
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As we continued to talk everyone else at the table began to discuss their challenges and gifts. We got to hear each other and brainstorm together on how to be more grateful and navigate through our personal challenges of life.
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I canāt believe how blessed I am to have a family that is just as incredible as I am (š)
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That one conversation was worth the entire trip and will be a memory that will stick deeply in my mind forever.
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There is nothing in this world that can compare to this seemly casual Wednesday evening conversation and one day I will find my person, have a family and share these values and traditions
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