He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Psalm 147:3
These past few days have been a whirlwind, and we are now finally settling in to breathe and absorb another change. Last week we were called and informed that Steve's mom may only have hours left with us, and so we spent Thursday evening with family by her side. It wasn't until we were home on Friday afternoon that the Lord took her home and away from her suffering here on earth. She had spent the last few years struggling with memory and breathing problems. While we are sad and will miss her presence here, we know that in heaven she is restored with Jesus, and that gives us peace. We know as believers, we will see her again, and we will just miss her until then. We have her legacy in each of the special people she has left behind. I had the honor of spending time with most of them over the last few days and sharing many fun memories with them. She and I had gotten closer over the last several years, and I will miss chatting with her about anything and everything. It is a hole that will be deeply felt in the family, as Steve's dad stated so well.
Our children stayed with us over the weekend and we enjoyed that time together. Let us not forget how much our presence means to others at all times. It was the love that kept us going forward through all of these difficult periods in the last few years. It was the prayers of our friends and family members who understood what we needed and provided that patience, strength and comfort. Never underestimate what you are able to provide. It may just be a hug, a card, a prayer, or a text, but it will not be forgotten. Just being present is more than enough if it's all you have to give.
May God bless all of you who consoled us, and may you be consoled by the help and prayers of others who stand for you when you need them.
"The Lord bless you
and keep you;
the LORD make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you;
the LORD turn his face toward you
and give you peace."
Numbers 6:24-26
1 comment:
What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful (inside and out) lady she had such a kind heart and soft manner, I will miss her terribly
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