Mary’s Minute
“To have been loved so deeply, even though the person who
loved us is gone, will give us some protection forever.”
~ J.K. Rowling
With Valentine’s Day this week, there are thoughts of love in
the air – perhaps romantic, as well as a more general love that is
all-encompassing. We celebrate love for
those around us, but we also think about those we have loved and are no longer
with us.
During this week where we celebrate love, I can’t help but
think about the value of reflecting on the power of those who we have
loved. Some of us have lost family
members who were especially close to us, which makes this especially relatable. We know that although we are sad for the
loss, we feel the protection that having loved and been loved gives us.
I am particularly thinking of those we have passed away. For me, I always think of my dad, who taught
me so much about love. He constantly
taught through words and actions to, “Love one another.” I know that because of him, I am a better
person even though he is not on this earth.
I think we can also think of people who may still be living,
but not with us – maybe former students or colleagues. We are better because we have allowed
ourselves to care deeply about people.
Being loved and loving others – in the past or present – leaves us as
better people. Love really is an awesome
thing!
Have a great week!
Love,
Mary
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