Longing.

What does it mean to miss someone? Some of us say the phrase more often than others, but I believe these 3 little words have more meaning than we think.


Lately I have been saying "I miss..." You name it, old friends, family, current friends, and even family members I have never even met! What makes us miss people? Them not being there with us, not talking to that person, or not seeing that person? I, personally don't believe missing someone is about how long it has been since you have seen someone or the amount of time it has been since talking to them, rather it's about that moment when you are doing something and wishing they were right there with you. We miss people because things would be better if they were with us in that moment. We miss people because they, in some way, have made an impact on our lives. For instance, my grandfather was a police officer and died on the job. I never got to meet my grandpa, but I wish I could have because he was a man of honor. He sacrificed himself for others, and left a legacy for my father and then to me. In some strange way I miss my grandpa, because he has impacted my life, I respect him for what he did. I long for time spent with him where he would have imparted wisdom and virtues with me. Missing someone is more than not spending time with someone, rather wanting that person with you.


The funny thing is that no one can preclude from missing someone, it just happens. If you are missing someone, contact them if you can and if not, cherish the memories you had with them.

{Chelsea}