My Distance and the Distant

I have friends all over the world. It’s pretty cool. But, there are seasons when those relationships just don’t do. Those friends, as dear to me as they are, can’t look into my eyes and see when I’m laughing to hold back the tears. Nor can they know the reasons behind the quiver in my voice.

Today, the distance is obvious, and it leaves me wondering if I’ve invested too much in people who will never be a part of my life here, and too little in those who could be, and are.

I’m feeling the need to take a few steps back today. Maybe I’ll feel differently tomorrow. Maybe not…