So that we can witness a miracle.

It’s in my power. To save Julie. From herself. Julie’s husband Rick. He has such power, too. Julie’s numerous friends, too.  Society, too. But we don’t. Because the prevailing wisdom is for Julie to save herself. It’s up to Julie. To sink to rock bottom. To decide to quit drinking. On her own. But Julie isn’t ready to be saved. Maybe never will be. Instead, Julie may choose to remain distraught. In despair. Incapable. Of turning around her life. Unless. By some miracle. There comes a saving grace. Out of the blue. Because Julie and the rest of us don’t take the proper action. We are standby friends. Forever watching. Counting time. Maybe even wishing.  That Julie sees the light. Before it’s too late. To save herself.  So that we can witness a miracle. Yes, a miracle. That we could deliver. On our own. With a little bit of gumption. --Jim Broede