continued grief

Speaking of goodbyes, when we went through training in Colorado earlier this year, we discussed grief and loss in regards to leaving to go to Kenya. Kevin and I came to the conclusion who our hardest goodbyes would be and even discussed how we would say goodbye to these dear friends. Unexpectedly and tragically, our friend Kylee passed away just days after we finished our training. We didn't get to say goodbye. We've grieved that loss and continue to, even when we least expect it. We are learning what grief looks like and how to walk through this journey of loss. I knew that I'd experience this loss when I got to Kenya, but I didn't expect it to be like this, to be so final and so soon. God is teaching me about His healing and comfort. At times I feel like a slow learner, but I am seeing Him work. I am thankful that through this loss, He is drawing me towards Himself and teaching me. I am thankful for a husband who is loving me well as I mourn and grieve. I am undeserving of both God's goodness and my husband's goodness. I am immeasurably blessed.