Hi my family & friends:
Just wanted to let all of you know how grateful I am for all that I have been given. Sometimes we need really big challenges and trials to help us learn what it is we need to learn. Sometimes it is only smaller challenges and trials we need. But to whomever is going through that trial they seem like the same size.
We all need them to grow. And grow we must. Standing true to who we are is one of the most important part of our agency.
I challenge each of you who might read these words, to take a few minutes to look around and ponder about one thing large or small that you might be able to change or make better so your feeling of happeeness throughout the day might be stronger.
Janet, my American daughter, by mission, has always used the word "HAPPEE". Jenn mentioned it a couple of weekends ago. I love Happee. It means so much more than just happy. Use it and you will find it that way as well.
I want all of you to know that I love you. How I wish we were all together for just a couple of days. Summer looks like it might have to be spent in good old Canada due to some health issues. Dang! and double Dang!. Perhaps I will get a clean house and maybe even a deck out of it.
I also want to wish all of you an AWESOME CANADA DAY tomorrow and to all of my American family and friends AWESOME INDEPENDANCE DAY.
Remember - Don't waste another day stuck in the shadow of your mistakes.
Talk soon.
my eternal sweetheart & me
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Addie & Jason Brown - June 20, 2009
Hi all - I can't believe tht it has been a week since Addie was married. I thought I would get to writing this before now but this has been such a hectic week. I could do with a couple of just sitting around weekends.
I went to Fredericton with Jackie on Thursday, before the wedding. We did some shopping before we left and then headed to Oromocto. Jackie took her car and I was going to borrow Jenn's until Mike arrived on Friday evening. Hugs all around. It is so nice to have Addie & Jason home. Wish they could stay. Highlight was getting a hug from Dustin. How I love that little guy, well not very little any longer. He is a young man. We unloaded the groceries and stuff we took up. The day flew with doing things. I was happy to receive an invite from Aliss to go up and have dinner with their family and the missionaries. I got there and my heart junped at the sight of little Sariah. Aliss was up to her arms in preparation for supper. Everything smelled so great. She worked so hard. She made homemade pizza, garlic bread sticks; salad & homemade icecream & fruit. Robb was a little late coming home and the missionaries arrived before he did. We had to start eating. Sariah sat beside me and of course I gave her little pieces. She's so dang cute. The missionaries loved the meal. Although I think I was a little "ticked" that the conversation was more around them instead of the gospel. I think that is what happens when you have to invite more than two at a time. Robb came home and it was so great to see him.
I was enjoying myself so much that I forgot about the wedding rehearsal. It was being held at Tonya & Jessie's just in case it doesn't rain on Saturday. They so willingly offered their home. The site where we were going to hold it was soooo beautiful. Anyway, I was a little late as it was hard to tear myself away from Robb's.
Arrived at Tanya's and Bishop Ray was there with Addie. Everyone else was walking around not doing much of anything. We had a great time. The bugs were bad and I "HATE" bugs. I took lots of pictures. The girls, Amanda, Jenn, Jackie practiced walking down the lawn. Jenn & Jackie did not have a serious bone in their bodies. Kinda cute. Great scrapbook pages.
We stayed there for awhile and I decided to go back to Fredericton. I was staying with my dad. I was so excited to see him. But I am sad everytime I see that he is not doing really well. He was very quiet. Sassy was very loud but cute. We talked for a little while but then I had to go to sleep. I was sooooo tired. Didn't sleep very well.
I am trying to write this a week after the event. My mind is so full of other things that I ask for forgiveness if I get some things wrong. Sometime on Friday morning, after I had another piece of pizza, I went shopping with Aliss and Sariah. I needed to get a top and a bra. We had a great time. I got Sariah the cutest pair of pink sandals and a plastic pink car for the pool. I miss the times that I could get little things like that for Dustin. I wish he was small again.
After shopping, Sariah slept. I went to dad's for a nap and for Jenn, Jackie, Addie & Jay and Marc to come to Robb's to cut the veggies & fruit. It took awhile but we finally got it all cut up. I had the joy job of cutting up the meat. One of the girls said she would do it but I know that my girls do not love it. A little chuckle was had by all when Jenn realized how orange her hands were from pealing and cutting up tons of carrots. We stored all of the stuff in baggies so we could just set up the trays the night of the reception.
I was so very HAPPEE, yes Jenn happEE, to see Mike come up. He looked very tired. I found out that he jigged work that day, which NEVER happens. But I think he had good cause. Brent came up with Mike. I was glad he had some company. Mike and I went shopping for some stuff that we needed.
I really can't remember if we did anything else. Jenn, Jackie, Brent & Marc were going to roll or whatever the meat. Aliss prepared the dips. But I think I just went up to dads made the fruit dip, watched tv. cleared my camera card and went to bed.
I was going to go down the next morning to help decorate the mess, especially since it was raining and the ceremony was going to be held indoors. The girls said I was not needed so I visited with Sariah, I went to the scrapbooking store hoping to get some black, yellow and white embellishments for wedding pages.
We got ready and left for the club. The girls were getting dressed there and I wanted to see it and take pictures. My heart was so full when I went in and saw my girls. There are gorgeous, not only physically but inwardly. It was very warm. I helped Addie and I felt so much love for her. I wished that I had my "little" family all around me again. Addie was a true vision in white. Her dress was absolutely beautiful. Her hair was long and curly and she was wearing Jenn's veil. For her something old, she chose something that Jenn had - it was a locket holding Nanny & Grampy Pond' pictures. Addie said " they are here with me". I could hardly keep from crying. Jenn and Jackie looked absolutely radiant in their dresses as well. They looked like "babe's" I think that was the term that Robb used. Robb correct me if I am wrong. They both lost weight to fit into the dresses with little fabric up top and form fitting & flowing skirt. I was so very proud of all my girls. Amanda Hamilton, Addie's maid of honor, has been a friend for a long time. She wore a short black dress and with her up-do she looked fantastic. When she smiles she lights a room. I tell her she just has to smile. Her little girl & boy were the flower girl & ring person. They were so very cute.
Things were kinda confusing but if everything ran smooth, it wouldn't be Addie - Right Addie????? But when Mike saw his little girl and took her hand for that long walk, I could tell what he was feeling. Oh the emotion he had inside. I think all Dad's just hope for the best for their little girls. He wants her to be happy and safe.
The song that they walked to was the song from Twilight Belle's lylaby - It was so beautiful. We stood and Addie took the walk that started the next period in her life. Jay looked so handsome and I could see the love he had for our daughter. Everything was going to be okay.
The ceremony was very short. Addie chose to have our Bishop, a Mormon minister, perform the service. It is a very very simple one as our religion puts a greater importance on the eternal union that is held in a temple of the Lord. The ceremony that was presented joined Addie & Jay as lawful husband and wife only til death parts them. The eternal union is for eternity. I pray that one day Addie and Jason can experience the joy of that union. We had a receiving line so everyone could meet Jay's parents and Addie's. Nana MacGougan, Aunt Betty and cousin Mike were a wonderful addition to the guest list. It was made that much more special because of you. Jay's family is very down to earth and friendly. We were excited that they could make it. They had a long drive. Jay was so excited to see them.
The pictures were taken by Brent, Marc, Robb, Jessie & Tonya. How thankful that I am, as the avid scrapper in our family, that this was done. Marc could make a career move. He was awesome. Thanks Brent for giving of your time to help gather the memories for Addie & Jason. The reception was lovely. The toasts were heartfelt, especially the one by Aaron, Jay's brother gave and Amanda gave. Jenn & Jackie's entertainment was exactly that. The only thing wrong was we couldn't hear very well and the music was louder than it should have been. I don't know where they get their talent. Thanks girls.
The first dance was so awesome. It was like being in the stars. They love each other and that warms any parents heart. The cutting of the "beautiful" cake was nice. The cake knife broke. The fondant that the cake was wrapped in was very strong. Addie needed the hacksaw that Marc & Jenn had. They were good when feeding each other the first piece. Jackie & I cut the rest and Addie & Jason served it. It was enjoyed by all. We left shortly after as the girl's promised to clean up the mess after the reception. Wonderful girls.
My thoughts of the weekend go from the lowest to the highest end of the scale. Although there was so much more going on, this is all I can remember. Addie is so blessed to have sisters like Jenn & Jackie. Because Addie lives in Winnipeg, the girls organized so much of the wedding. This can be stressful for anyone but they came through for Addie. Even through the most trying of times the girls wanted to do the best for their baby sister. Thanks to Jenn & Marc for inviting Addie & Jay to stay there during their visit. Knowing how anal Jenn can be, especially about her house, WE ALL THANK HER. I had hoped that David would have come to the wedding but it wasn't to be. I loved the rest of my family around. I have always loved my daughters and my sons, but I want Marc, Aliss, Jason and Brent to know that I love them as well. They are part of our family, a very needed part. Thanks for accepting us.
A special thank-you to Tonya & Jessie for all of your help and support for this wedding. Jenn & Marc are very blessed to have friend like you.
Ending the weekend still on a celebrating note - celebrating Sariah's 1st birthday - and seeing Riley, Chris's son for the first time.
What a memory making weekend - A scrapbookers dream.
Remember - "When you Wish Upon A Star --Makes NO Difference Who You Are!!!!
I went to Fredericton with Jackie on Thursday, before the wedding. We did some shopping before we left and then headed to Oromocto. Jackie took her car and I was going to borrow Jenn's until Mike arrived on Friday evening. Hugs all around. It is so nice to have Addie & Jason home. Wish they could stay. Highlight was getting a hug from Dustin. How I love that little guy, well not very little any longer. He is a young man. We unloaded the groceries and stuff we took up. The day flew with doing things. I was happy to receive an invite from Aliss to go up and have dinner with their family and the missionaries. I got there and my heart junped at the sight of little Sariah. Aliss was up to her arms in preparation for supper. Everything smelled so great. She worked so hard. She made homemade pizza, garlic bread sticks; salad & homemade icecream & fruit. Robb was a little late coming home and the missionaries arrived before he did. We had to start eating. Sariah sat beside me and of course I gave her little pieces. She's so dang cute. The missionaries loved the meal. Although I think I was a little "ticked" that the conversation was more around them instead of the gospel. I think that is what happens when you have to invite more than two at a time. Robb came home and it was so great to see him.
I was enjoying myself so much that I forgot about the wedding rehearsal. It was being held at Tonya & Jessie's just in case it doesn't rain on Saturday. They so willingly offered their home. The site where we were going to hold it was soooo beautiful. Anyway, I was a little late as it was hard to tear myself away from Robb's.
Arrived at Tanya's and Bishop Ray was there with Addie. Everyone else was walking around not doing much of anything. We had a great time. The bugs were bad and I "HATE" bugs. I took lots of pictures. The girls, Amanda, Jenn, Jackie practiced walking down the lawn. Jenn & Jackie did not have a serious bone in their bodies. Kinda cute. Great scrapbook pages.
We stayed there for awhile and I decided to go back to Fredericton. I was staying with my dad. I was so excited to see him. But I am sad everytime I see that he is not doing really well. He was very quiet. Sassy was very loud but cute. We talked for a little while but then I had to go to sleep. I was sooooo tired. Didn't sleep very well.
I am trying to write this a week after the event. My mind is so full of other things that I ask for forgiveness if I get some things wrong. Sometime on Friday morning, after I had another piece of pizza, I went shopping with Aliss and Sariah. I needed to get a top and a bra. We had a great time. I got Sariah the cutest pair of pink sandals and a plastic pink car for the pool. I miss the times that I could get little things like that for Dustin. I wish he was small again.
After shopping, Sariah slept. I went to dad's for a nap and for Jenn, Jackie, Addie & Jay and Marc to come to Robb's to cut the veggies & fruit. It took awhile but we finally got it all cut up. I had the joy job of cutting up the meat. One of the girls said she would do it but I know that my girls do not love it. A little chuckle was had by all when Jenn realized how orange her hands were from pealing and cutting up tons of carrots. We stored all of the stuff in baggies so we could just set up the trays the night of the reception.
I was so very HAPPEE, yes Jenn happEE, to see Mike come up. He looked very tired. I found out that he jigged work that day, which NEVER happens. But I think he had good cause. Brent came up with Mike. I was glad he had some company. Mike and I went shopping for some stuff that we needed.
I really can't remember if we did anything else. Jenn, Jackie, Brent & Marc were going to roll or whatever the meat. Aliss prepared the dips. But I think I just went up to dads made the fruit dip, watched tv. cleared my camera card and went to bed.
I was going to go down the next morning to help decorate the mess, especially since it was raining and the ceremony was going to be held indoors. The girls said I was not needed so I visited with Sariah, I went to the scrapbooking store hoping to get some black, yellow and white embellishments for wedding pages.
We got ready and left for the club. The girls were getting dressed there and I wanted to see it and take pictures. My heart was so full when I went in and saw my girls. There are gorgeous, not only physically but inwardly. It was very warm. I helped Addie and I felt so much love for her. I wished that I had my "little" family all around me again. Addie was a true vision in white. Her dress was absolutely beautiful. Her hair was long and curly and she was wearing Jenn's veil. For her something old, she chose something that Jenn had - it was a locket holding Nanny & Grampy Pond' pictures. Addie said " they are here with me". I could hardly keep from crying. Jenn and Jackie looked absolutely radiant in their dresses as well. They looked like "babe's" I think that was the term that Robb used. Robb correct me if I am wrong. They both lost weight to fit into the dresses with little fabric up top and form fitting & flowing skirt. I was so very proud of all my girls. Amanda Hamilton, Addie's maid of honor, has been a friend for a long time. She wore a short black dress and with her up-do she looked fantastic. When she smiles she lights a room. I tell her she just has to smile. Her little girl & boy were the flower girl & ring person. They were so very cute.
Things were kinda confusing but if everything ran smooth, it wouldn't be Addie - Right Addie????? But when Mike saw his little girl and took her hand for that long walk, I could tell what he was feeling. Oh the emotion he had inside. I think all Dad's just hope for the best for their little girls. He wants her to be happy and safe.
The song that they walked to was the song from Twilight Belle's lylaby - It was so beautiful. We stood and Addie took the walk that started the next period in her life. Jay looked so handsome and I could see the love he had for our daughter. Everything was going to be okay.
The ceremony was very short. Addie chose to have our Bishop, a Mormon minister, perform the service. It is a very very simple one as our religion puts a greater importance on the eternal union that is held in a temple of the Lord. The ceremony that was presented joined Addie & Jay as lawful husband and wife only til death parts them. The eternal union is for eternity. I pray that one day Addie and Jason can experience the joy of that union. We had a receiving line so everyone could meet Jay's parents and Addie's. Nana MacGougan, Aunt Betty and cousin Mike were a wonderful addition to the guest list. It was made that much more special because of you. Jay's family is very down to earth and friendly. We were excited that they could make it. They had a long drive. Jay was so excited to see them.
The pictures were taken by Brent, Marc, Robb, Jessie & Tonya. How thankful that I am, as the avid scrapper in our family, that this was done. Marc could make a career move. He was awesome. Thanks Brent for giving of your time to help gather the memories for Addie & Jason. The reception was lovely. The toasts were heartfelt, especially the one by Aaron, Jay's brother gave and Amanda gave. Jenn & Jackie's entertainment was exactly that. The only thing wrong was we couldn't hear very well and the music was louder than it should have been. I don't know where they get their talent. Thanks girls.
The first dance was so awesome. It was like being in the stars. They love each other and that warms any parents heart. The cutting of the "beautiful" cake was nice. The cake knife broke. The fondant that the cake was wrapped in was very strong. Addie needed the hacksaw that Marc & Jenn had. They were good when feeding each other the first piece. Jackie & I cut the rest and Addie & Jason served it. It was enjoyed by all. We left shortly after as the girl's promised to clean up the mess after the reception. Wonderful girls.
My thoughts of the weekend go from the lowest to the highest end of the scale. Although there was so much more going on, this is all I can remember. Addie is so blessed to have sisters like Jenn & Jackie. Because Addie lives in Winnipeg, the girls organized so much of the wedding. This can be stressful for anyone but they came through for Addie. Even through the most trying of times the girls wanted to do the best for their baby sister. Thanks to Jenn & Marc for inviting Addie & Jay to stay there during their visit. Knowing how anal Jenn can be, especially about her house, WE ALL THANK HER. I had hoped that David would have come to the wedding but it wasn't to be. I loved the rest of my family around. I have always loved my daughters and my sons, but I want Marc, Aliss, Jason and Brent to know that I love them as well. They are part of our family, a very needed part. Thanks for accepting us.
A special thank-you to Tonya & Jessie for all of your help and support for this wedding. Jenn & Marc are very blessed to have friend like you.
Ending the weekend still on a celebrating note - celebrating Sariah's 1st birthday - and seeing Riley, Chris's son for the first time.
What a memory making weekend - A scrapbookers dream.
Remember - "When you Wish Upon A Star --Makes NO Difference Who You Are!!!!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Strength in Challenging Places
Hi my dear family and friends:
This will be short because the next one will be longer as it will be all about Addie's wedding (yeah!).
The title of this post is strength in challenging places. I wanted to share a blog site with all of you. I am sure they will not mind. I love their family and feel a part of their sorrow. BUT they have strength to overcome or know where to get it from and I also feel part of their strength.
I have grown from reading their words and feel that all who read them will also.
The blog is www.hattfamilyupdates.blogspot.com
I hope you feel of their spirit and strength as I do. I hope you want to be kinder and more dedicated to all you.
I will not be offended if you choose not to read this.
Much luv,
Mom, Mom Mac., & Tina
This will be short because the next one will be longer as it will be all about Addie's wedding (yeah!).
The title of this post is strength in challenging places. I wanted to share a blog site with all of you. I am sure they will not mind. I love their family and feel a part of their sorrow. BUT they have strength to overcome or know where to get it from and I also feel part of their strength.
I have grown from reading their words and feel that all who read them will also.
The blog is www.hattfamilyupdates.blogspot.com
I hope you feel of their spirit and strength as I do. I hope you want to be kinder and more dedicated to all you.
I will not be offended if you choose not to read this.
Much luv,
Mom, Mom Mac., & Tina
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Another Whirlwind Week-end
Yahoo - our daughter is home from Winnipeg. I walked into Jennie's home and Addie was sleeping on the couch after arriving in Oromocto at 4:00 am. My little Dustin put his finger to his lips to say shhhhhhhhhhh but I had to go and kiss my baby. It was such a joy to see her after all this time. How I wish they were here with us always. They have come down for their wedding next Saturday. I am excited for her and Jason but more excited to just spend time together. I am only able to have Thursday and Friday off and it is much too short. Quality time is what is important.
Also on Friday we were able to attend the funeral of a very dear friend. Although I hadn't seen this friend for a long time. We didn't even write or email each other. But I have been very blessed to have known Renie Hatt and I do consider her a very dear friend. Renie made anyone with whom she had contact feel like they were her friend. She is a very gratious lady. She has always been a teacher and an example to all those in contact with her. As I followed the very special blog that was written by her girls in the last days of her earthly life, I wanted to feel sad and heavy laden that this was happening to such a wonderful family. Instead, reading their words, feeling the love that they have for their mom, I was uplifted and felt very grateful for the words they were sharing that confirm my testimony of our Saviour's Plan of Happiness. They kept mentioning the peace that was Renie's even to the end. It has made me want to be a better person. My love and prayers are with the Hatt family. Thanks for the example of strength and power through sorrow. I love you Renie!
I was also blessed this weekend with temple service. We have the most awesome temple presidency. The spirit with which they serve has been such a positive experience for me to be part of. Sister Hunt has been my "teacher". I love her for her patience with me and for the way in which she teaches me. I love her example. Mike and I attended a temple training after the second session. President Blake told us that one temple district where he was had over 2,000 temple workers. Ours number 149. But how mighty we were as we sat there as one listening to our leaders. Sister Blake talked from her heart and I felt it in my heart. How I love her and President Blake. I will be forever touched to have served with them
On the way home my sweetie and I stopped off at "our" German restaurant in Aulac. I LOVE IT!!! It make me feel like I am back there. There is a sweet German girl working there. She has not been back to Germany since she was 14. She still has an accent take brings memories back to my mind. Mike had Cordon Bleu and I had Hawaiian Schnitzel (with spaetzle). When we got home we were going to go to Fredericton but I crashed after being up since 3:00 am and on the road since 4:00 am.
We are going tomorrow to go to a bbq for our sweet daughter Addie and her fiance Jason. Can't wait to have my children together. My heart is heavy that David will not be going as he has to work and he is not much of a people person.
Well, I guess since I hear my sweetie in the bedroom snoring, I should get some sleep. We will head out early to go to Fredericton for church. How fortunate I am. How very blessed I feel.
Also on Friday we were able to attend the funeral of a very dear friend. Although I hadn't seen this friend for a long time. We didn't even write or email each other. But I have been very blessed to have known Renie Hatt and I do consider her a very dear friend. Renie made anyone with whom she had contact feel like they were her friend. She is a very gratious lady. She has always been a teacher and an example to all those in contact with her. As I followed the very special blog that was written by her girls in the last days of her earthly life, I wanted to feel sad and heavy laden that this was happening to such a wonderful family. Instead, reading their words, feeling the love that they have for their mom, I was uplifted and felt very grateful for the words they were sharing that confirm my testimony of our Saviour's Plan of Happiness. They kept mentioning the peace that was Renie's even to the end. It has made me want to be a better person. My love and prayers are with the Hatt family. Thanks for the example of strength and power through sorrow. I love you Renie!
I was also blessed this weekend with temple service. We have the most awesome temple presidency. The spirit with which they serve has been such a positive experience for me to be part of. Sister Hunt has been my "teacher". I love her for her patience with me and for the way in which she teaches me. I love her example. Mike and I attended a temple training after the second session. President Blake told us that one temple district where he was had over 2,000 temple workers. Ours number 149. But how mighty we were as we sat there as one listening to our leaders. Sister Blake talked from her heart and I felt it in my heart. How I love her and President Blake. I will be forever touched to have served with them
On the way home my sweetie and I stopped off at "our" German restaurant in Aulac. I LOVE IT!!! It make me feel like I am back there. There is a sweet German girl working there. She has not been back to Germany since she was 14. She still has an accent take brings memories back to my mind. Mike had Cordon Bleu and I had Hawaiian Schnitzel (with spaetzle). When we got home we were going to go to Fredericton but I crashed after being up since 3:00 am and on the road since 4:00 am.
We are going tomorrow to go to a bbq for our sweet daughter Addie and her fiance Jason. Can't wait to have my children together. My heart is heavy that David will not be going as he has to work and he is not much of a people person.
Well, I guess since I hear my sweetie in the bedroom snoring, I should get some sleep. We will head out early to go to Fredericton for church. How fortunate I am. How very blessed I feel.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
A Time to Ponder
When is it "not" a time for pondering? What a month this have been! There have been so many ups and downs that I am dizzy from this life rollercoaster. Things are changing everyday and life is moving fast - way too fast.
I was telling Mike just yesterday that when I sit in front of the computer my heart seems to be so very sad and I feel very lonely. I am sad because a very good friend has been fighting for her life. She passed through the veil, very peacefully, yesterday. It has given me food to ponder. Renie has taught me so much through her example and the writings of her family. The feelings they shared during their vigil at their mom's side has been heartfelt. They talked of her peaceful acceptance for things to come, her knowledge of the plan of happiness. I pray I can continue with these lessons.
I was also taught by the example of Janet & Ray King. Janet is our "adopted" American daughter. She served her mission here in the Canada Halifax Mission. We met her and immediately felt a connection. Since that time we have always considered her a part of our family. How excited we were when she told us they were pregnant. To make a very heartbreaking story, one I don't have the permission to share, shorter, little Blaze Lyle King was born too premature to live very long. Janet & Ray were blessed to have him for a few short days then he left to return to his Heavenly Father. My heart broke as well. I followed their blog because I didn't want to impose on this very sacred time. I was so awed over the words that Janet shared. I was there every minute and hour through Janet's words. My heart ached for her and Ray. I was also comforted by her strength and her testimony shared. I love Blaze and I love Janet & Ray. They will have the opportunity to raise him and they are very blessed to have each other.
My daughter, Addie, is getting married on June 20th. I am so excited to see her and Jason. She has been in Winnipeg for almost 3 years. I can hardly wait to see her. It has been hard to get the wedding stuff done because she has not been there. There doesn't seem to be many plans. When I spoke with Addie about it, she just said the wedding will be nice but the family reunion is what she is excited about.
Yes, it has been a time to ponder. Not always in a positive way. Sometimes I think we over think things. Perhaps I should learn from the examples of those above, those I love most dearly. I should stop to smell the roses. I should learn and understand more of the plan of happiness and last but certainly not least, I should always realize the importance of families and the strength there is in the family unit.
Is my heart lightened? Not really. But I have a direction I know that I must follow. I know that I am part of my Heavenly Father's plan. I do have purpose and it is up to me to find what that is. I am so very grateful for my Heavenly Father and for His love for me. I am grateful that I am not alone now or ever.
I was telling Mike just yesterday that when I sit in front of the computer my heart seems to be so very sad and I feel very lonely. I am sad because a very good friend has been fighting for her life. She passed through the veil, very peacefully, yesterday. It has given me food to ponder. Renie has taught me so much through her example and the writings of her family. The feelings they shared during their vigil at their mom's side has been heartfelt. They talked of her peaceful acceptance for things to come, her knowledge of the plan of happiness. I pray I can continue with these lessons.
I was also taught by the example of Janet & Ray King. Janet is our "adopted" American daughter. She served her mission here in the Canada Halifax Mission. We met her and immediately felt a connection. Since that time we have always considered her a part of our family. How excited we were when she told us they were pregnant. To make a very heartbreaking story, one I don't have the permission to share, shorter, little Blaze Lyle King was born too premature to live very long. Janet & Ray were blessed to have him for a few short days then he left to return to his Heavenly Father. My heart broke as well. I followed their blog because I didn't want to impose on this very sacred time. I was so awed over the words that Janet shared. I was there every minute and hour through Janet's words. My heart ached for her and Ray. I was also comforted by her strength and her testimony shared. I love Blaze and I love Janet & Ray. They will have the opportunity to raise him and they are very blessed to have each other.
My daughter, Addie, is getting married on June 20th. I am so excited to see her and Jason. She has been in Winnipeg for almost 3 years. I can hardly wait to see her. It has been hard to get the wedding stuff done because she has not been there. There doesn't seem to be many plans. When I spoke with Addie about it, she just said the wedding will be nice but the family reunion is what she is excited about.
Yes, it has been a time to ponder. Not always in a positive way. Sometimes I think we over think things. Perhaps I should learn from the examples of those above, those I love most dearly. I should stop to smell the roses. I should learn and understand more of the plan of happiness and last but certainly not least, I should always realize the importance of families and the strength there is in the family unit.
Is my heart lightened? Not really. But I have a direction I know that I must follow. I know that I am part of my Heavenly Father's plan. I do have purpose and it is up to me to find what that is. I am so very grateful for my Heavenly Father and for His love for me. I am grateful that I am not alone now or ever.
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