But God.
Mama Cande holding Juliana who is crying which happens quite often 😆
You guys, let me tell you about my Mama Cande.
When I was about 11 years old, my birth mom, Gloria, passed away. It continues to be the hardest loss I’ve ever endured. Not even a year later, my step-sister, Mayra, also lost her life in a tragic car accident.
Those times were so difficult. I was without a mother. Mama Cande was without a daughter. But God.
I get teary eyed just thinking about it. But God brought us together even we didn’t recognize His plan and His goodness at the time. We struggled with our relationship for many years. There was so much hurt and resentment between us both. With time, we learned to love and trust one another. Together we learned to trust God’s plan.
When I was a young lady, like ages 20-25, I struggled with knowing my self-worth and dated men that were no bueno. I always heard Mama Cande’s voice in my head, “Quiérete a ti misma. Encuentra un hombre que te valore.” (Learn to love yourself. Find a man who values you).
And I did. And I owe it to her for not giving up on me.
Mama Cande is my angel sent from heaven. Of course, my mom Gloria will never be replaced just as my step-sister, Mayra, will never be forgotten either. I just want to give credit where credit is due. God deserves the Glory. His faithfulness is so good and it never runs out on us.
God can use ANYTHING (our broken pieces, imperfections, hardships, and adversity) and turn it into good for those who love Him.
Romans 8:28
