The Best

Today I can't quite shake the disappointment.  I have that feeling in the pit of my stomach.  Why?  A treasured gift from my parents is missing.  :(  I am hoping it turns up and it most likely will...but what if it doesn't?  The gift is special...both useful and comes from the two people that love me most in this world.

But today I also realized, it's okay if it doesn't appear...

My parents have given me a far greater gift that no one can ever take away.  Their incredible love.

It goes down deep with a plethora of memories and a feeling inside my soul that surpasses the times we spent together.  It's a foundation of care that makes the unknown okay.  A steady, consistent feeling...a peace.  Something I will always carry and no one can take it away from me.  It's like a constant hug...a security...a richness beyond words.

So my gift...I'm hoping it appears, but even if it doesn't...the people behind the present is what truly matters...and what makes it special and that is something I can never lose.  Not now...not even at age 80.  The love of my parents and this feeling I can't quite describe will always be there.