I have a whole new appreciation for the verse, "We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they are good for us - they help us learn to endure." Romans 5:3
It's hard to swallow every now and again that not everyone in the world is going to be your friend. A few reminders of that lately in my workplace have helped me to see my need to grow - hopefully far past and beyond - in my understanding why people are so different in their natures.
It's good to remember that you don't have to spend your time with those who do not fully appreciate or want your time (barring certain circumstances, of course) - there are always more fulfilling and enriching activities to fill your time with.
So I'm choosing to focus on the positive and the future - and widening my scope of just who I deem necessary and important to spend time with and pay attention to :)
