A Time of Reflection.......

Isn't it the perfect time to reflect on your life, when dealing with the loss of someone? Both Tim and I have been seeing things in a little bit different light with Mom not here now. It's very surreal to know she's gone but see pictures and think she's here but she's not.  Last night Tim decided that at 12:15 a.m. he wanted to talk.  So.....I listened while he talked.  I worked hard to listen to him although I was tired.  I had to really concentrate to be able to listen and answer him.  I was so afraid that I'd fall asleep and he'd be upset that I hadn't stayed awake.  Today was a long day because I had so little sleep.

We talked about how depressing the traditional funeral is.  You have to wear black, then go to a place that makes money from death, and see the loved one, who everyone says 'looks good'.  My comment under my breath is, "No she doesn't look good, she's dead!"  Then everyone stands around talking about the 'loved one' then they all go home.

Our version is everyone comes in bright colors to celebrate the LIFE of the individual with wonderful pictures and memories and stories told by all who enter the brightly decorated room with a video camera that can record everyone's memories and stories for the family.  Wouldn't that be a real treasure for the family?  It's a memorial and celebration of life.  Yes, that person is gone, but was so loved while here.

    Here's a very nice poem I received today from a friend. She said she's found comfort in it many a day.

WHEN TOMORROW STARTS WITHOUT ME
 When tomorrow starts without me, and I'm not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes all filled with tears for me; I wish so much you wouldn't cry the way you did today, While thinking of the many things we didn't get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you, And each time that you think of me, I know you'll miss me too; But when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand, That an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand. I had so much to live for, so much left yet to do, It almost seemed impossible that I was leaving you. I thought of all the yesterday's, the good ones and the bad, I thought of all the love we shared, and all the fun we had. If I could re-live yesterday, I thought just for a while, I'd say good-bye and kiss you, and maybe see you smile. But then I fully realized that this could never be, For emptiness and memories would take the place of me. And when I walked through Heaven's gates, I felt so much at home, When God looked down and smiled at me from His great golden throne. He said, "This is eternity, and all I've promised you. Today your life on earth is past, put here life starts anew." So when tomorrow starts without me, don't think we're far apart, For every time you think of me, I'm right here in your heart.

 Isn't it wonderful how God places things for you to read just when and where you need to see them?

 ‎"I love you, Lord God, and you make me strong. You are my mighty rock, my fortress, my protector, the rock where I am safe, my shield, my powerful weapon, and my place of shelter." Psalm 18:1-2 CEV

 Lord, I pray that You would give us a confident heart in Christ. Takes us beyond believing in You to truly believing You. Help us rely on the power of Your promises and live like they are true. You say blessed are those who trust is You and whose hope and confidence are found in You. Those who hope in You will not be disappointed, because You work all things together for good for those who love You and are called according to your purpose. In Jesus' name. Amen. (Jeremiah 17:7; Isaiah 49:23, Romans 8:28)


I heard this song a few days ago and liked the message.  One of the lines says, God's got my back.
That's wonderful to know that He's got your back.  Does God have YOUR back?

Here's the card I made for today's SCS oldies challenge.  You had to stamp with tools that we had 6 years ago....no Cuttlebug, or dies.  I used a retired SU stamp set called Blossoms Abound.  This is the card I made for Patti, my assistant for her 39th anniversary.  Isn't that a great testimony?

Well, it's time for sleep.  I continue to pray for dad as he spends his time at home alone.  The kids are each taking a day to call and/or go over to make sure he's okay.  He said he's getting lots of great meals, he won't have to cook for a long, long time.

Thanks for stopping by today.

Blessings,