The End of the World

What major historical events do I remember? I recall being the tender age of 7 and hearing about Y2K. Hushed whispers from my parents only fueled my curiosity. My little mind could not wrap my head around how the world could possible end. I was frightened for my future. Fast forward a few years and a unavoidable apocalypse was certain to be in my future for 2012. I was the ripe old age of 17 yet my life was destined to end before it even begun. While these end dates might not have been of significant historical value to some, for me they were shaping. Its difficult as a child to think and plan for a future that you are told won’t be there. It difficult for a child to understand the complexity of such predictions. I remember praying feverenetly for the opportunity to reach child bearing age. I loonggd deeply for a husband and family of my own. It was all I could ever wish for, yet a part of me felt it was unattainable.

Now I am past my 30’s and still count my blessing everyday. I think Father for my family and know how fortunate I am to have one. I think back from time to time and remember the days when I didn’t think I would see adulthood. When the world was a dark a gloomy place and my future held nothing worth getting exited about. That is a dangerous mindset for a child to have.

I also recall the twin towers falling. The truth of that day is another topic for another time.