Nick Magnotti died soon after making this video. The peace he found with leaving holds a lesson for us all.
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I do not at all understand the mystery of grace –
only that it meets us where we are
but does not leave us where it found us.
—Anne Lamott
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There are no words to describe the pain a young father feels on learning he won’t see his baby girl’s next birthday. And there are no words to describe the faith that sustains Nick Magnotti as he sets sail on the last leg of his abbreviated journey. Cradling the future he is losing in his arms, he savors the present and describes himself as blessed.
A courageous man. An amazing father. And a shining example of the indomitable human spirit.
I live every day with the appreciation for today. I’m not concerned with what tomorrow will bring.
Photo—Alyssa Magnotti/YouTube
Hard to believe the power of this video. The impact of Nick’s love and courage is beyond words.
This couldn’t have come at a better time. Really puts things in perspective. This man is inspirational …. thank you Thomas for sharing this.