Yeah, the economy is on a roller coaster and "tremendous wealth" has been "wiped out" ... or has it?
Do you have your family? Do you have your health? Did you eat today, have clothes to wear, have a place to come into out of the weather?
In dealing with the intense pain and indescribable loneliness due to Karen’s no longer being by my side I'm learning that an attitude of gratitude goes along way to help. In those times that I feel as if I could be swallowed up with pain or worry, if I consciously look to all the good in my life and take nothing for granted the pain seems to lessen and fade a bit.
I’m thankful for the lessons of pain and grief. Saying goodbye to Karen has taught me how short life is and how utterly temporary all the rest of the “stuff” in life is and how upside down my priorities can get if I’m not careful.
Two days ago I sat at the computer reading the headlines of the impending election, the roller coaster markets and general doom and gloom. I was lost in thought when Hannah came into the room and said something to me that caused me to grab hold of her where upon she and two others drug me out of my seat and we proceeded to have an all out wrestling match. It wasn’t long before it was 5 against 1. We had a blast. I wish I could tell you I let go and enjoy what is right in front me often. I don't, but I'm trying.
I’m deeply grateful for my children. Yes they are a lot of work and drain every bit of energy out of me at times. But they also fill me up and keep me balanced.
One of my favorite quotes is from Forest E. Witcraft
“A hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove...but the world may be different because I was important in the life of a child.”
Turn your speakers on watch the video below and be challenged:
3 comments:
Just wanting you to know that you and all your precious little ones are on my mind today. You are being prayed for. Cling to Him and enjoy the memories of your beautiful Karen.
>Lisa Harding
I hope today is a good day for all you guys. We love you and miss seeing you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rebekah Miller and family
I just watched the video and it does make you think especially me being the mother and "father" of my son. My son's dad only lives 5 minutes from us but chooses not to see his son. How sad and after 9 years my son is finally realizing this. Thank goodness we go to church and try to live a life that Christ would want even though I struggle.......ALOT. Thank you for your blessings in your post.
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