I Can See Clearly – About YOUR Life

Posted by Kellie | September 22, 2010 | 9 Comments

This past weekend, I had the pleasure of spending three whole days with my best mate Tasha. We were both free of parental duties for the duration, and planned in advance what we were going to do: whatever we wanted, whenever the whim whacked us to do so. While she was here, we managed to eat an incredible amount of (sensational) chocolate, watched (multiple) movies, ate out at several restaurants (without children!), talked practically non-stop (with the exceptions of the previous points) and very nearly laughed our faces off.

On the last night the wet-season’s first tropical storm rolled in and as we listened to the rain lullaby the night, our conversation yet again returned to what was concerning us in our own lives, and how it could all possibly be resolved. The rain drummed harder, the air slowly cooled, and the answers became clearer.

Just not to ourselves.

Tasha is one of the women of grace that Michelle posted about, and would be the first to laughingly tell you that she most certainly is not. She is loyal, passionate, faithful and obedient to the Lord. She listens for and follows the Spirit, even if it takes a year (or more) for the initial prompting to bear obvious, visible fruit. Her whole life is a testament to her faith, her determination, her character and commitment to what she knows is right, true and important. Seeing that – knowing that – about her, I can see that the change that is occurring in her life will of course go well. It’s what the Lord has prepared her for, is the culmination of following the Holy Ghost and counsel – how could it not go astonishingly well?

She cannot see it, even though it’s blindingly obvious to me. Oddly enough, she believes the same about my future. As we lay under the fan, frogs cheering on the rain, her confidence in my future slowly seeped into my thoughts, quietly – irresistibly – drowning some of my own doubts and fears. The faith we have in the Lord to look after the other is as soaking as the monsoon, an abundance which helps us survive the deserts we’ve wandered in, floating us a little closer to being able to grab with both hands what we both have been hoping for, waiting for, for such a long, difficult time – dreamed of change that is so tantalising, achingly close.

Do you have more confidence in or about a close friend’s life than your own? Do you believe your friends when they are positive about what your future may hold? What blessings – physical, emotional, spiritual, culinary, social, or mental – have you unexpectedly received from having close friendships? Do you have the type of friendships you long for?

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9 Responses to “I Can See Clearly – About YOUR Life”

Blue
September 22nd, 2010 @ 12:41 am

i don’t know how i missed michelle’s post earlier this month…so thank you for referencing it.

In the past i have absolutely had more confidence in my friend’s lives than my own. and so far i’m not really aware of any beliefs my friends might have about what my future might hold, but i’m starting to have my own beliefs for myself.

i’m just grateful for my close friendship, and figure they’ll be there for my ride, just like i’ll be there for theirs. i saw a thing on facebook that said:

If someone seriously wants to be part of you life: They will seriously make an effort to be in it.

so i really do appreciate those who make an effort to keep connected and share their perspectives with me. i’m pretty blessed in the friend department. ♥
Cath
September 22nd, 2010 @ 7:15 am

Kellie – this is absolutely beautiful. Not just your words- but the thoughts. Comfort seeps out of them. There is nothing like a “mate” (as you affectionally call it) – a kindred spirit – a best friend.

“The faith we have in the Lord to look after the other is as soaking as the monsoon” – That feeling of being looked after has carried me in the most uncertain of times. Yes, I have believed them – and it has profoundly affected my decisions and perceptions. I recently blogged about my best friend, describing her this way,

“Only a best friend can coax you out of your comfort zone – make you feel confident about doing something hard because they will be right there.

And only a best friend can see what you need before you see it in yourself.”

I echo your sentiments whole heartedly and rejoice with you in the healing and confidence you felt with her. What a treasured friend – and a sweet tribute. You are blessed.
mom o' boys
September 22nd, 2010 @ 7:26 am

This is beautiful. You are so gifted in expressing your thoughts.

Probably one of the richest blessings I’ve received from friends recently is the gift of acceptance. Two dear friends and I have spent hours this summer chatting at the pool while the kids were occupied in the water. We have opened up and talked about our greatest weaknesses, struggles, and questions. Somehow it is so comforting to realize that someone can see some of the ugliest parts of your soul and still love you and accept you.

You are so blessed to have a friend like Tasha. So happy that you had such an enjoyable weekend with her.
cristie
September 22nd, 2010 @ 8:06 am

my friends are the icing on life’s cake. ccc
Jill Shelley
September 22nd, 2010 @ 5:37 pm

This post makes me ponder where I would be without my friends. I can’t even go there in my mind. I’ve always gone for diversity so my friends are assorted ages, lifestyles and interests. I’ve never wanted to just surround myself with people who think like me.
Stephanie2
September 22nd, 2010 @ 9:36 pm

I have recently made a friend like this. She is a blessing in my life.
Michelle L.
September 23rd, 2010 @ 11:50 am

I love this post. Sometimes I simply cling to my friends’ faith in me until I can again feel the hand of God in my life.

Thanks Kellie.
Naismith
September 23rd, 2010 @ 12:50 pm

I agree about the value of friendship and the support that we get. This is exactly why I have maintained my friendship for years with my best girlfriend who is a non-member male.

A lot of folks have told me that they think it would not be worth the “risk” and appearance of evil. But all these comments articulate why he is my friend.
Sue
September 24th, 2010 @ 11:29 am

My closest friends are my sisters, but I do have a handful of best friends who are very important to me. Unfortunately, most of them have moved away, and I miss them.

I don’t have as many intimate friends as I would like. They are difficult to find, and one could never have too many. But I am grateful for the ones I do have, and I am always on the lookout for more.

As for my sisters, I know they would do anything for me. That is an amazing anchor and support in my life.

=)