I can't talk about me and my problems at a time when so many people are in a living Hell today. 

I listened to the national news for quite a while before the reality of what happened truly hit me emotionally. There were story after story from people who survived, who were concerned about their loved ones that they had not been able to reach and even a story from a woman here in the U.S. whose husband who is in Japan and was lucky to escape with his life from a key area hit by the tsunami but was stranded with a small group of people and hoping they would be rescued. Watching made me feel helpless then I realized I needed to do what I knew I could and stopped what I was doing and just prayed....

By the time I was able to pull myself away to take my walk, I knew today would be different. This time would be spent in deep reflection and prayer for those in Japan. It's hard really to think about much else although life does move forward.

One thing I can say for sure, the events of last night that are still unfolding today make me glad I have chosen to live my life in a way that is meaningful. To me, it is another strong reminder that life is fleeting and we shouldn't take any of it for granted. It can change in an instant and in the case of those in Japan and those around the globe who have loved ones in affected areas, it may never be the same.

Lesson for today: easy - I need to always remember to go to prayer when I feel helpless. Also, no matter how big my problems may seem to me they are alway insignificant compared to what others are going through.

Praying for comfort, relief and peace for those affected by this disaster.

Until next time,

Laura D.