cry...it's okay

Maybe you've always had to be strong.

Hide those emotions.

Always be the happy one.

Your parents always told you to grow up.

Stop acting like a baby.

Maybe no one ever told you:

it's okay to cry. 

Well here's my opinion on the matter, (even if I'm the only one who cares about my opinion): cry. 

Crying releases so much: stress, frustration, irritation, anger, a whole variety of emotions. Crying shows others that you are real, not fake. It teaches your children the value of tears shed. It allows for pure emotion. It substitutes for words when the words don't come. It creates an emotional communication with God and He can see right into your heart. (Okay, so honestly here, He can see into your heart whenever He wants; He's God. I'll rewrite that). It creates an emotional communication with God where you understand that He sees right into your heart.

Life's hard, people. Hearts get broken everyday. People we love suffer through illness. Sometimes they pass away. Hearts are torn with unkind words and actions. A meaningful song reminds you of your past. Memories of hurt come to the surface. You run out of coffee creamer: it's all hard stuff!

And you know what? It's okay to cry about it, because crying helps to heal. And healing is a good thing. (Just maybe get in the habit of wearing waterproof mascara).

KC