In addition to my sweet sis, there are several other brave souls I'm privileged to know, who, as of late, are facing down hard things. And, in observing their struggles and courage, I've been the recipient of a gift: the gift of perspective. Trials beget appreciation for the simple joys of life, of which I have so, so many.
* dusting the snow (SNOW!) off the pumpkins and settling in for an afternoon of canceled school and pumpkin carving
* baby boy, dressed in a jogging suit, learning to crawl and cruise
* kids in footed pajamas
* a family-sized hamster nap in front of the fire
* reading together
* 4-year-old choreography
* 6-year-old creativity
* 10-month-old giggles
Really, life is pretty good.
6 comments:
I can't stop thinking about Jaci. You guys are so brave. Your attitude is inspiring. I'm hugging my little ones a little closer today, too. :)
I'm glad you're able to see the happy things in life in spite of the hard things!
I am so sorry to hear about your sister. You are an awesome person and your attitude is always inspiring to me. I know that you will be a strong support.
perspective is a lesson I've been working on lately too, and faith. I have SO far to go. You, though, seem already very good at it. I miss having a friend like you right down the street.
Have fun in the "Halloween Blizzard"! and enjoying the simple joys.
I agree, Adri. When we were in our 20s and facing MS and collapsed lungs, the one thing we learned from it all was to enjoy the moment, and savor the richness of simple things.
Adri, I love you!
I am sitting at work holding back the tears while reading your blog today. I just heard about Jaci and my heart hurts too. I will pray as well.
I love that you continually keep a postive attitude about everything. Seriously does life ever get you down? I am so excited to see you and the family soon.
Thanks for sharing your ideas, thoughts, talents (yes you have many), and your life experiences with me.
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