and I probably always will.
I want to put pix of Jack up, a bit at a time....here are all 6 of my people, taking in the beautiful shell of JOY. He is not here, he is with his Heavenly Father. What a lucky duck...We just got back from a wonderful, though non-relaxing trip up to Holland, Michigan. We've joined the RV world..Had a good time with our kids camping (hotelling it one night) and tried to make some happy memories in the midst of mind-numbing grief. One of the clearest directives I am getting from God is CHERISH - cherish the 5 children that we do have...tightening my resolve to nurture them, guide them (and sometimes they guide me. More often than not lately....), and enJOY the time I have with each of them.
I needed to get out of the house for a few days, especially on Thursday. I wonder if I will always have to leave the house on Thursday. I really hope not, that will get rather inconvenient...
Be still and know...He is our Father. come rest your head upon His breast, listen to the rhythm of His unfailing heart of love, beating for His little ones...calling each of us to come....Be still....
I just wanted to tell you all...THANK YOU! for the cards, the meals, the gift cards, the prayers, the care and comfort...Tory, for the cards...Levi was soooo excited to get home tonight and find a card addressed TO HIMSELF! WHOA! we are beside ourselves with the affection and sympathy.
I'm seriously just in awe of all of this...I have so many thanks to write (thankfully, I'm keeping track of who has done what...but it might take me some time to get it all together...)
Until tomorrow, lots of love and gratitude from our home to yours. The prayers are very much appreciated, especially as we plan for the Celebration of JOY this weekend, July 16th, 2011 at 1 pm. Stones Crossing Church, located at SR 37 and Stones Crossing Road.
4 comments:
You sweet lady, you. You are right...a camping trip is a lot of work. Be patient with yourself and let everyone love on you. Let everyone around your family be strong. You grieve. Love you.
Oh, RVing sounds like fun! And, Holland sounds like more fun. I mentioned to mom while we were in the pool that you guys were headed to Holland, and she asked "How are they going to manage going all tha way?". AND...she's the Michigander in the group! LOL!
This picture of Jack is so angelic and heavenly. Your strength of character is a wonder and a blessing. You are an encouragement. Thank you for continuing to share through the difficulties.
Hugs, t
What a handsome and adorable little guy.... So glad you were able to get away..... You have been in my prayers constantly.....please don't overdo it. Love and prayers,
Shellee
Laurie, I wish there was some words to say that would bring comfort to you. If there even are such words, they certainly are not within my grasp. But my heart is aching with you, and I pray that God will ease the pain as quickly as possible. I'm so proud of you and how strong you hold to your faith. Just keep taking it one day at a time. Sending you hugs!
And by the way, that is one completely beautiful baby. <3
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