Yesterday afternoon I had a time where I was deep in thought about all of the things happening in my life right now. I know that I have mentioned that there are things that I will miss out on no matter how many people work to keep me included. I have said it before – it is unavoidable. I had a moment of clarity when I realized that while it’s true that I am missing some things that I would not have missed if I could hear, if I wasn’t deaf I would be missing things that I will now get to experience. Simple thought, but profound for me. People in my life will make sure that I don’t miss the important things because of my deafness, it’s the little details that I will miss out on. Those things are definitely a part of life, but I think that what I will now get to experience and see happen in my life and in those around me is so much greater in value. I don’t want to miss it. People rise to challenges. People reach deep within themselves to help and be there for each other. People grow and change from these things. God guides us along our path. Character is built. Lessons are learned. This is not special and unique to me and my situation. This is how God made us and how He molds and shapes us to be more perfect and how He makes all things work together for the good. It always amazes me to look back and see the “domino effect” of major life events. I can’t wait to see what happens in the future!