"We will only understand the miracle of life fully 
when we allow the unexpected to happen." 
- Paulo Coelho

How do you feel about surprises 
and unexpected happenings? 

They are feared by some, probably many.
Admittedly, some events cause pain. But very often the unexpected brings delights, solutions, gifts, and blessings into our lives.

"Nearly all the best things that came to me in life have been unexpected, unplanned by me," said poet Carl Sandburg. 

Even when an unexpected event initially carries some painful upset  and loss, very often valuable things come about in the aftermath, especially when we expect good things from life and we look for them. 
 

Let's be ready for life's surprises; surely they will continue to come as they have throughout our lives. Along with being ready, let's trust that life is on our side and that something good can be found in every change, loss, and unexpected event.

With love, hope,  joy and faith,
Charlene