Mindy's Thoughts

Dad,

I read your thoughts. I don't really know what kind of response you're
looking for. These are thoughts I've had before. It's one reason I have
such a hard time understanding the cheering that went on in the streets
of the middle eastern countries after 9-11. I don't understand that kind
of hatred. There have been people I've disliked in my life, but I think
I can honestly say that I don't hate anyone. I can see that we're all
God's children. But loving someone doesn't necessarily mean liking them.
I can love someone as a child of God but still not want to be around
them because of the way they act. It's hard to treat everyone like a
child of God. That's where selfishness comes in. I do what's best for
me and mine. But I also try hard to see the other person's side of
things and try to be fair. Love does take effort. But first there has
to be a desire to love. You have to want to love people before the
effort does any good. Sometimes a little effort will spark the desire
too.

So there are my thoughts. Have a nice day! Love, Mindy