The next day I decided to go back to the park, curious if the little girl would still be there. Right in the very spot she was yesterday, she sat perched on high, with the saddest look in her eyes. But today I could not just walk away, concerned only with my affairs. Instead I found myself walking over to the little girl. For as we all know, a park full of strange people is not a place for young children to play alone.
As I began walking towards her, I could see the back of the little girl's dress indicated a deformity. I figured that was the reason the people just passed by and made no effort to care. As I got closer, the little girl slightly lowered her eyes to avoid my intent stare.
I could see the shape of her back more clearly. It was grotesquely shaped in a humped over form. I smiled to let her know it was okay, I was there to help, to talk.
I sat down beside her and opened with a simple "hello". The little girl acted shocked and stammered a "hi" after a long stare into my eyes. I smiled and she shyly smiled back. We talked 'til darkness fell and the park was completely empty. Everyone was gone and we were alone.
I asked the girl why she was so sad. The little girl looked at me and said, "Because I am different." I immediately said "That you are!" and smiled. The little girl acted even sadder, she said, "I know." "Little girl," I said, "you remind me of an angel, sweet and innocent."
She looked at me and smiled slowly, she stood to her feet and said, "Really?" Yes, dear, you're like a little guardian angel sent to watch over all those people walking by."
She nodded her head 'yes' and smiled, and with that she spread her wings and said, "I am. I'm your guardian angel." with a twinkle in her eye. I was speechless, sure I was seeing things. She said, "And when you began thinking of someone other than yourself, my job here was done."
Immediately I stood to my feet and said, "Wait, so why did no one else stop to help an angel?" She looked at me and smiled, "You're the only one who could see me", and she was gone.
With that my life was changed dramatically. So when you think you're all you have, remember, your angel is always watching over you. Mine was....
In my life, I've met some people that have touched and impacted my life forever. First there were my parents for without them, I wouldn't be here. They taught me everything they knew and I know they did ALOT of praying over my well-being once I was grown and on my own.
Then along came my two younger sisters and for them, I'm glad they were always there for me...even when we fought for they taught me that the world is made up of many different people.
Then, came my husband and we started creating a life that was made up of us. Over the past 22 1/2 years it hasn't always been easy, but no guarantees were ever made that it WOULD be easy.
For each one of my four girls, I'm grateful that each of them are with us and sharing our lives for as long as we and they are here.
Many other people have entered my life and then left and each one of them have left something with me. Very few have entered and stayed with me through thick and thin. There's only two right now that have come into my life, taken a special place in my heart and there's nothing in this world will ever come between the bond that has been growing for the longest time now.
First, came Shelly, who has not only been a neighbor to me, but a very special friend. There's been times I needed to vent my frustrations with life in general and she's been there to let me vent. This is the same I would let her do if she needed it. We've shared many hours of deep discussions, laughter and worry over the kids and husbands. Thank you, Shelly, for always being there!
Another dear friend, is none other than Barbi, who came into my life not to long ago and had no problem getting another special part of my heart. She's been there, guiding me along in only the way that that special friend does and for this, I gladly gave her a piece of my heart. We've been through those special moments of our lives that have been rough and tough and then there's always the moments of shared laughter over some especially funny giggly things.
For you my two dear Friends, hold my heart gently and carefully for it was not given lightly nor easily on my part. Always remember somewhere in your hearts that the two of you will always be considered two special Guardian Angels to me.
Our friends are like angels,
Who brighten our days.
In all kinds of wonderful,
Magical ways.
Their thoughtfulness comes,
As a gift from above.
And we feel we're surrounded,
By warm, caring love.
Like upside-down rainbows,
Their smiles bring the sun.
And they fill ho-hum moments,
With laughter and fun.
Friends are like angels,
Without any wings.
Blessing our lives,
With the most precious things.
--Author Unknown
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