No woman no cry

Despite the unexpected and unpredictable twists and turns life has taken over the past couple of weeks, I have to say that my heart feels incredibly full. Witnessing the love and support of friends, receiving it yourself, and then passing it on to those who need it the most has made my heart swell; I can feel it now expanding in my chest. It’s like when you’re overtaken with emotion, except this has been a constant presence lately.

They say when times get tough, that’s when you find out who your true friends are. Agreed, but I think it’s also a time when friends become family and the compassion becomes palpable. It’s a tremendous experience that may only surface during moments of crisis, but it makes the hard times survivable, and even a bit inspiring.

I’ve lived in the moment more than ever before. I’ve grown up more than ever before. I’ve seen myself and my fiancée in a new light. And I’ve come out of these past two weeks feeling more loved than ever before.

Everything’s gonna be alright.