Day 42, 2/11/2013 - Eat,  today I had another creation from ingredients on hand. Greens, cranberries, cheese, turkey, and more made for a great salad for dinner. Pray, my prayer from yesterday was answered with advice from a good friend. I will strive to remember his words, "you can't be responsible for the other person's emotions or their response." I must remember that others emotions (just like mine) get in the way of reality and perception. Yes, friendships and relationships are difficult. I pray that I will remember these words whenever the going gets tough. My prayers and my joy are similar. My joy is in the friendships that I have. No matter how challenging or difficult they are, they can also bring great joy. I think we are meant to be in relationship with others, whether it be courtship, marriage or friendships. What brings us the most heartache can also bring us great joy!