Air France Flight 447

With the tragic news of Air France Flight 447 I cannot help but grieve for the families that had loved ones among the 228 passengers and crew. In a very selfish way this story really hit home for me today. Mickey and I will be on board an Air France jet not too long from now. And, I was reminded of my selfishness as I watched the story unfold with undivided attention that a story like this would not normally be paid.

Confession: I am not the world's best airline passenger. In fact, I can become quite frightened on board an airplane. I'm not sure why. I try to comfort myself with silly statistics such as the greater likelihood of dying in a car crash versus dying in an airplane crash, but it still frightens me very badly. I think it has something to do with the fact that my biggest fear is the fear of heights and the thought of being suspended in the atmosphere is quite terrifying!

I know that today's news of the downed flight only added fuel to our mothers' worries. And, I know if I were in their shoes I would be frightened as well. Yet, life is about taking risks and this is such a small risk to take to enjoy a, sometimes, once in a lifetime opportunity.

I just want to take a minute and send prayers to all the families who had family and loved ones aboard Air France Flight 447. I know their hearts are beyond heavy tonight and I want to be sure to ask God to comfort them and give them peace that only He can provide.

I hope that we all pay attention to stories like these and remember to appreciate each and every moment with our loved ones as life is so short. Maybe we won't have to endure losing someone in a plane crash but, odds are, we will all lose someone close to us sooner or later. Savor each moment with those you love because, as the loved ones of those aboard this flight found today, you never know which moment will be the last.