Yesterday was our first
day back at school after several weeks off. We were doing minimal schooling
while my Dad was in the hospital, but it completely went by the wayside after
his passing on February 14th. The remainder of that week was spent
making funeral arrangements, phone calls, taking care of the music aspect for
the service and so much more.
Even though we did not
have “traditional” school that week (or the two weeks following), my kids were
learning. They were learning how to be flexible, which for my kids is a good
lesson to learn! They are so used to our routine and it’s rarely interrupted,
that sometimes a topsy-turvy day takes its toll on me and them.
The boys (the older of
our 4 kids) also learned the heartache of loss. I think telling my boys that
“Papa D” had gone to be with Jesus was one of the most difficult things I have
done to date. It is so hard to watch your child go through any pain, especially
the loss of someone they love so dearly.
But, along with that
loss, they have learned how important it is to have Jesus in their heart! They
have seen love, compassion, generosity and just plain friendship in full force.
They have seen good friends step in and help (from childcare to running errands
to sitting with my kids while I took a shower). They have also seen “strangers”
to them bring loads of food for our family with Joy on their faces and Love in
their hearts.
They have seen first-hand
how The Church should love it’s people! And, that…that is something I could never do alone. So, Thank
You to the people who have helped me teach
my children over the past few weeks. Thank you to the friends who have stepped
in and help show my kids what it means to give sacrificially.
These life lessons are so
difficult to learn, especially at such a young age. But, they are so important
and vital to our growth in the Lord. I am just so blessed and thankful that I
get to lead my own children through this trial and time of learning. Although,
really I’m walking right beside them and learning as I go along too.
Blessings,
Annette
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2 comments:
Some lessons can't be learned from a book...and they are often the ones that are most valuable!
Oh Kasey...I think I love you!!! You are so right! I know these times will remain in my sons heart for the rest of his life. I just pray I can be the Mom he needs during this tough time. It's hard enough dealing with my own Dad's death and now I have to guide someone else through it as well. It's not easy! Thank you so much for your kind words!!
Blessings!
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