I just feel the need to be honest...
Steve & I are having a blast being Andrew's parents & having him home is awesome, but it is also scary. You all have been through a lot with us & have witnessed the miracles that God has granted us, the reason Andrew is with us today, but I just felt like recently the blog has only been a best foot forward type of thing. For myself, I still struggle with the fear of loosing Andrew. You may be wondering why I am writing this, there is a reason. Because in a way this reality is also blessing, a constant reminder to cherish every second. I know many of you know what I am talking about. But for some reason our dumb nature longs for everything to be just perfect only to take it for granted when it is. (This is a mystery to me.) I guess I just wanted to encourage everyone that when the kids are healthy and the bills are paid and so on, to make the time (in our insanely busy lives) to really appreciate your loved ones. One of my favorite people once said there are probably a hundred ways you could show that person know you love them. He was right. All those things that seem so important - it's just busy work, like back in 4th grade when the teacher gave you a worksheet to do because apparently her lesson plan took way less time than she anticipated & she had to do something with you for the next 20 minutes , so crossword puzzle (related to whatever holiday that was coming up) it is. People, we are missing out on after school play time & recess for stupid busy work. Even kids are smarter than that. The craziest thing I do is spend time worrying about things & I complete miss out on the blessing of that moment. Seriously, go out on a date with your spouse & have tea with your daughter, whatever. Money will probably always be tight & the house will definitely always need to be cleaned. Surely spending time with the Lord daily is even more important! 'for Mary has chosen the better part, which shall not be taken away from her' LUKE 10:42 I don't write this as someone who has figured it all out, in fact quite the opposite, I'm as big a fool as ever, but God has placed me in a position to be faced with my foolishness (I usually like to hide from that) & hopefully my foolishness will be of benefit to you as well. In any case, thanks for listening.
7 comments:
Betsy
I have thought this same way many times and it is comforting to know somebody else feels the same way!!! I am glad that Andrew is doing well and look foward to reading updates and continue to always wish well for your family!
Michele Fliss
Nicely said. Thanks.
Dad T
thanks for the reminder.... You are loved.
Amy & Doug
Very well put Betsy! Good for you and thank you for being a blessing even now! Mary really did "get it". The busy running of life can always wait on HIM!!!!! To me you are saying it is about relationship! Whether it is a date, tea, or spiritual intimacy, God is longing for relationship. First with him, and then with each other! God bless you three (plus animals), and thank you for this encouraging word!
Betsy,
It is caring for children like Andrew and meeting amazing parents like you and Steve that have taught me these very lessons of which you speak. (although I freely admit that I forget from time to time and worry about the silly stuff)
I have shared Andrew's pictures, stories and videos with my family and my kids look forward to his smiles and big blue eyes now just as much as I do and your updates remind me to take the time for the extra snuggles, kisses and stories that make each day as a parent a gift.
Give Andrew a kiss from me and you all have my gratitude for teaching me a little extra grace when I really need it.
Allysa (APH)
Betsy & Steve: I've never met you but I feel like I have always known you. Our disciple group has been praying for your family and know that God has great things in store for you. Your story alone has been a blessing in many lives. As you've discovered, we need to seize every minute...look at it and really see it .. live it .and never give it back. Stop sweating the small stuff.
Be glad and rejoice, For the Lord has done marvelous things. Joel 2:21
God Bless you.
Thanks for this :) I have a hard time remembering it. Still think of you guys often. Please pray for my friend Jeni and her baby girl Josie. They are beginning the journey you have been on with a heart surgery for their baby on Wednesday. Continued thoughts and prayers for your beautiful family. God Bless!
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