I Wish You a Forgiving Heart

Is forgiveness a state of mind? I think back to when Brian died. My first thought was to forgive the others involved. I don't know why but in a way I wonder if it was because there was no room in my heart for hatred or anger because it was way too full of the worst pain, shock and devastation a mom could ever experience. Now that time has passed there are times I let the anger and bad feelings creep into my thoughts and heart. Thankfully they are short lived and it takes some prayer, reflection and distraction to get rid of it and move on. I don't ever want to be a slave to anger or resentment because I know that once those bonds take hold they make a person bitter and unable to see and think clearly and objectively. Forgiveness is the only thing that can set you free of those who have hurt you and your heart. I wish each of you a forgiving heart. Love and hugs, Jane