I received a beautiful bouquet for roses from my wonderful husband, which I proudly displayed in the middle of our kitchen table.  Like any flower-a-holic, I savored every blossom and watched as they dwindled down to the final two.

There they stood – only two remaining – a symbol of unity, commrodery and partnership.  I wondered if one was going to outlast the other. 

This is what happened.  They went their seperate ways. It was as if they had enough of each other. 

During that time there were a few relationships around me that were struggling or falling apart.  I kept these “final two” out for a long time as a reminder – not only of those that were currently hurting - but also of how quickly a relationship can suffer and change.

May this image be a reminder to you of the same.  May it challenge you to put others ahead of yourself.  To take a moment to tell someone that you appreciate or love them. May you take time to invest in those friendships and relationships that you have been blessed with and may you not take them for granted.

Take time to love – to laugh – and don’t forget to make lots of memories : )

Christine