Sometimes, what wont bend will break

Girls, in life you will encounter may things-  difficult people and odd circumstances. Im here just to remind you that at the end of it all, what matters really is how you choose to respond to 'these' rather than merely reacting to them. Life doesnt always catch us prepared. Not all people choose to be kind or think along those lines. They will just react callously or thoughtlessly. And if theres anything I want you to grow up with, is the ability to react with thought and deliberateness. Yes deliberateness, but one that banks on goodness and character-  not a flawed sense of superiority or authority.  Yes, there are many rules. Yes, they should be followed. But be wary where they come from.  Yes, we go where life takes us and we have to condition ourselves that the only permanent assurance is that everything changes. Even the rules. Even the ones who make the rules.  Sadly, even the standards and morales do- even those that dont need changing.  That said, you have to be firm but flexible. You have to stand up for what is right and good, but know when you need to sit out and combat through silence and prayer. Not all battles need to be fought and for each battle you pick, endeavor to rise up only to worthy opponents and worthy accounts. In time you will achieve the wisdom to know the significance of when, why and who. Do not be afraid to bend if needed because it does not and should not mean you are compromising.  It only means you know what battles to fight and which ones to let go of in favor of a higher force taking charge.  In time, you will know the difference. It should be that simple.  We cannot do everything on our own. Remember, everything is possible only with God's grace.  Even an aged tree knows well enough it has to let its branches and leaves sway with the wind otherwise, it will inevitably break. At the end, everything will reckon with the omnipotence of nature and realize only the greatness of God.

Had a rough day starting at work. I figured, there has to be something good that comes out of this one.

Love you girls.

Mom