After more than 2 years of being separated from my wife, our divorce was recently finalized. Although no 3rd person was involved, it was still a very difficult and painful season. And while I've been on an intense emotional journey over the past couple of years, I don't expect that the finalization of the divorce will bring a sudden halt to those feelings. While I continue to try to learn from the past...and seek healing...I do realize that life goes on...and while I have a great sense of failure, I also have a realization of God's love and grace.
I'm so thankful for several friends who have walked closely with me during these recent times. Can't imagine going through a season like this without close friends, coaches, and mentors. I'm extremely thankful for my two wonderful kids and my parents, whom I love very much. So...I have a lot to be thankful for. And while I continue to work through the emotional journey of this season...I will not let any emotion nudge out the space that "gratitude" holds in my heart. Thank you, Lord, for all of the blessings you've put in my life, including the gift of salvation. And above all, Lord, thank you for the friendship that I have with you.
Eric, I virtually have no idea what transpired before now, and may not have much too say, but that I deeply wish the story was different. May great grace and mercy from heaven find and sustain you. EDWARD dooga
ReplyDeleteEric, I am praying for you--for everyone. Thank you for your vulnerability and honesty. I so hoped this journey wouldn't take this turn for your family--but you are right--God is not finished with you. As you pick up and press on, may God's mercy and grace cover you, Lindsey, Cody and Denise to the depths of your souls.
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