Dear Mika,

I know you have a lot of questions why the breakup happened. I know that you’re even asking why did I even give him to you and you to him for four years, only to say that it’s time to let go and move on. I know that you also can’t seem to remove in your mind how he’s able to “move on” that easily, and yet you, you’re taking longer than what others expect. And that’s what I want you to know. You don’t need to think or even care about what others are thinking of you, especially him. You are unique, and I’ve created you differently. I’m telling you that you can take all the time you need, heal at your own pace and don’t compare, and trust that I’ll be with you every step of the way. You can do it! You already are doing it! And if there are days that there are still unanswered questions in your mind and you suddenly don’t feel okay again, know that that’s okay, too. True healing is gradual, not overnight. Just continue to look at Me, I’m all you need. So hold on, you’re almost there. We’re almost there. I can’t wait for you to know and see what I have in store for you! I promise that all those tears you cried will be replaced with genuine laughter and smiles! I love you! And I will never leave you. But you already know that. Smile, Mika! 🙂

–God

❤

Last weekend, I attended another retreat, and this letter was one of the “fruits” of that. After writing and sharing this, I felt a whole lot better. I decided to share this here, too, in order for others who are going through the same thing to somehow know that they’re not alone. That they, too, can do it! If it takes a letter and more to somehow ease that pain you’re feeling, go. Do it! They say, all’s fair in love and war. I say, walang pakialamanan sa sakit na nararamdaman! Haha! But yeah, feel the pain. Acknowledge it and what have you. Just know that you’re not alone — not just because others are experiencing it, too, but because God is always with you. And then slowly, one piece at a time, you’ll feel that your broken heart is starting to be whole again… just like mine. So yes, SMILE, BELOVED! 😀

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
-Psalm 147:3