Sometimes it all comes together. This has been one of those weekends.
FOML3 returned home from his mission this week. It has been a whirlwind of wonderful. Family in town, stories, spending time together, catching up, and basically just soaking it in.
My feelings jelled as my EC and all of my children were gathered together in our Stake President’s office for our missionary’s release.
It was right. The Spirit was palpable. We were all there, all together. As I looked around the room at each of my children – half of whom are now adults – I had a beautiful dose of a rare reality.
All of my kids are exactly were there are supposed to be, doing what they are supposed to be doing, and living the lives they are supposed to be living. I was overwhelmed with love or them, and felt a surge of hope that gave me joy: We just might pull this off!
It is such a rare thing! I know, and humbly appreciate that it is a tremendous blessing.
I also know that I cannot grab the credit for myself. For some reason, the Lord sent spirits to our union that were eager to obey, to serve, and to learn. With what they each brought to our family, and the remarkable influence of their mother, they are becoming we could only hope for.
I am painfully aware that our quest is not over until we are all safely dead, and I will be a “trembling parent” until we are ultimately reunited, with no empty seats at the table.
But I will save those worries for another day, and soak up the joy of this moment.
That’s why you haven’t seen much of me lately, and why there is no profound post today.
I am richly blessed, and needed to document it, and share it.
Have a goodly Sabbath.
Wonderful post. We,too, have had a few of these moments in our lives. Most of our grandchildren are now adults – a few have strayed but are wonderful people. We have been in the temple with all of our children and/or grandchildren for baptisms for the dead, endowments, sealing, weddings, etc. – doesn’t get much more joyful than this. I admire those dear brothers and sisters whose children have gone astray and they remain true and faithful. There are many blessings in store for you for your faithfulness. We have seen grandchildren come around thru the prayers of those who love them. Never give up. Our children and grandchildren bring the greatest joy and the greatest sorrow. I’m sure Heavenly Father feels the same.
So cool MMM. Thank you for sharing such a neat personal experience.
Ahhh I strive for this!
As a mother of young children it’s a huge chunk of prayers, thoughts and actions in everyday life.
So happy for these good times your family is having!
I remember the post about this one leaving on their mission….crazy town!
Thank you for showing us what families are supposed to be. And much Joy to You in Your Posterity!.
Sometimes I feel the same way about my kids. We’ve had no missionaries yet, but sometimes I’ve overwhelmed with thankfulness that I have good kids. Not perfect, but good. I hope it will always be that way. We’re trying hard to strengthen their testimonies, but I have to give most of the credit to the Lord and their own gifts… and a million other factors, but I hope we are part of that. I think sometimes we are. I certainly don’t want to take it for granted!
Yes, truly blessed.
Congrats. Beautifully written
I am so happy for your moment in time where life is aligned the way it should be and you can feel the strength and faithfulness of your family.Be grateful for it always.I am in a situation where I am the only active member of the Church in my immediate family.My husband is a non member,who while thankfully supportive to me, has no interest in the Church,and all of my four children(including a return missionary son) have chosen for whatever reason and to my extreme heartbreak to leave the church.It has pushed me to try to become even more faithful, more dilligent and to be a stronger example.I serve in my ward, visit teach 11 sisters, faithfully attend the temple, go to church every Sunday,feed the missionaries, participate in Mormon Helping Hands and any other service project,read my scriptures, pray,bear my testimony etc etc.But I do it all alone.If I didn’t know of the great value I am to my Savior and Heavenly Father,and how much They love me…I don’t know how I could continue. Even knowing that..there are times I still struggle with feeling important,needed and relevant.But I don’t give up.I don’t know what the future brings,but I have great faith.I just love my family,try to accept their choices and know God has a plan for them too.Embrace and give thanks that your family is cohesive in the Gospel and on the right path.I would give anything to be in your shoes.
AuntSue
There is no end yet. Keep loving your children and your husband. Keep doing what you are doing. You are a good woman and a wonderful Daughter Of God. This is the test. There will be Joy.
Sue..thank you for your kind words of encouragement and hope.How sweet you are!
Bless you!
I beg to differ. . . . . It doesn’t get anymore profound than that! One of your bests posts. You are incredibly fortunate as you said. I’m happy for you and incredibly jealous. Enjoy!
I am happy for you, and also jealous. As joy knows no bounds neither does pain without Christ. Oh, to have them all back into the fold!