Today would have been my 25th wedding anniversary
had we not divorced in 2010. Thinking
forward to this day, I thought that I would never have arrived where I am
without continued sadness and regrets.
While I do have my regrets, they do not overwhelm me like they have in
the past. And the sadness is only momentary.
In honor of 25 would be years of marriage, I’ve written this list of 25
truths I’ve learned from my divorce. So Happy Anniversary to me!
1.
Self-worth does not depend on someone’s
inability to love me but on my ability to love myself.
2.
Beauty is not in the eye of the beholder but
comes from within.
3.
Being alone doesn’t necessarily mean you will be
lonely.
4.
Strength comes from broken places.
5.
Bitterness breaks down but forgiveness builds
up.
6.
There is definitely light at the end of the
tunnel.
7.
There are seasons to grief and all are necessary
for healing.
8.
I can do more than I ever imagined and am
stronger than I realized.
9.
Contentment comes from recognizing your true
worth.
10.
True love does not keep a record of wrongs but
rejoices in the truth.
11.
Hateful words have no power over me.
12.
Peace and contentment are found only in a deep
abiding relationship with my Creator.
13.
Laughter is an important part of life.
14.
Being joyful is a choice.
15.
Learning to love myself is the most important
part of a relationship.
16.
Selfishness strangles relationships; compassion
builds them up.
17.
Anger is a result of expectations which do not
line up with reality.
18.
Letting go of past wrongs is an important part
of healing.
19.
A broken heart will mend in time.
20.
Grace and mercy are given to us in abundance and
therefore we should give freely as well.
21.
Having a relationship with my ex-husband is more
important for our family than holding a grudge and building a wall between us.
22.
Kindness and compassion are elements of
unconditional love.
23.
The world doesn’t offer great advice and
shouldn’t be where we seek our counsel.
24.
A marriage covenant isn’t easily broken and
shouldn’t be taken lightly.
25.
Weeping only lasts for a night and joy does come
in the morning.
