Strengthening the Love Seed

The events surrounding the abduction and eventual death of Kayla Mueller are a good example of what I wrote about yesterday.  There is no question that the events were tragic, particularly for those who knew and loved her.  Her presence will be sorely missed by family and friends, a fact that should not be discounted.  However, it is important to note that, at another level, the same events awakened and/or strengthened the seed of love within many people, even her captors.  Similarly, I have experienced several unpleasant and challenging events in my life which have enhanced my sense of peace, compassion and love, a message that I now carry to others.