Songs are special to me. Songs can carry with them meanings, memories and can often make me think of certain people. When I first met this particular friend, they seemed confident, carefree, comfortable with their life. They did not seem to have a worry in the world and to me, they were content. I looked up to them.

But once I got to know this friend, I found out more of their worries. I understood more of their flaws. And saw more of their unfulfilled desires. And although their life is not as perfect as you first thought, you care for them because they have become part of your life. 

Actually, this is often the case. People don't tend to expose their real weaknesses to you until you get to know them. (unless of course you are me, and people only have an hour to tell you their life history). It is a privilege to share people's burdens. It is a honor to have someone confide in you. But even if you feel uncomfortable about telling anyone your worries, desires, troubles, know that God understands. He understands even what we do not say. He knows our pain, our troubles, our hopes, dreams. He also sees our future, and if we choose to rely on him, we too can once again fly with wings like an eagle- strong, confident and carefree.  And he loves us despite our weaknesses.