So most of you know that last week on January 24th we lost a great person in our family. My cousin Chasity left us too soon. After giving birth to her baby girl Bellamae, Chasity began to have complications and had to be rushed into surgery. She was suffering from heart arrhythmia and was not doing well. I do not know all the particulars on what happened, I just know that it was time to go home. Chasity had faught the good fight but GOD needed her more. All my life I’ve known that Chasity had battled health issues and was always optimistic. If you didn’t know, you couldn’t tell by interacting with her. She had the best outlook on life and was quick to make you forget about your problems. So many times I would think “I have the worst problems”. I really didn’t, and Chasity was quick to help me realize that. Quick to give an encouraging word, a hug, a smile or a simple “I love you”. Something as simple as liking or commenting on a FB post, Chasity could change things quickly. Smiling no matter what and seeing the last photo taken before delivery, yep smiling. I can’t wrap my head around why things happen and sometimes they don’t seem real. I can only think about that my plans are different than GODS, and so therefore I have to accept and move on. Doesn’t mean that it doesn’t hurt and everyone feels pain differently. I can’t even imagine the pain that David and the kids feel, and how life will be for them now. David is a strong man and will continue to do what needs to be done. He proved how strong he was the entire time at the funeral home. He wanted to be the comfort that everyone else needed. But I’m sure when he’s alone the pain will be great. Yet we have a power savior that he can turn to in his darkest hours and lean on. I have and will continue to as long as I am here. David also has a huge extended family to lean on. that will never change.
So with all that being said, let’s take time to learn from what Chasity taught us. Always look at things from a positive perspective and don’t let life get you down. Everyday brings its own struggles and frustration, JOB 14.1. We must push through, live and love life. Hold your family close and love them. Tomorrow isn’t guaranteed and we need to live to the fullest with them. Cherish the times with them because tomorrow they will be memories. Forgive and forget. It’s not worth it hold a grudge. Last but not least smile... When life gets you down and it will, smile. If not for yourself do it because you know Chasity would. No doubt in my mind she’s in heaven with the biggest smile ever. So many loved ones gone on before us that we’re waiting for her with hugs! So come on and just smile!
