It overtakes me

Oh, man.

I got some very sad news this weekend. I received an email from my favorite cousins breaking the news of their imminent divorce. These are my cousins by marriage. Nevertheless, I am shocked to my core. I don't know the last time I have cried this much. I am not even sure why I am crying so much.

This couple seemed ideal. They have been married for 13 years and even though my husband and I have almost 2 years on them, I have always admired them and their relationship. It was kind, loving, fun and maybe most importantly, respectful. They had quite the fairytale wedding - complete with big church, limo and lavish reception. They have lived in big cities, traveled, and enjoyed their honeymoon phase. They eventually settled in to marriage and had two beautiful kids who are now 7 and 4 and dealing with Mom and Dad getting a divorce.

I just never thought it would happen to them. Seriously. And it has really thrown me for a loop - a very emotional loop. But, for all the sadness, there is still kindness in their separation. They are collectively working together to help each other and their kids through this. They are even offering emotional support to the family! Even after more than a year of therapy, this decision did not come easily, but they have had time to accept it and I guess I will too.... eventually.

For now, this will serve as a reminder for me to love those I have with all I have.