Today is always a bitter-sweet day for me. I love being a Mother and having a day to be recognized for all our hard work we do daily. But, on the other hand I hate and dread this day. Today was the anniversary of the death of my sister Becky I mentioned a few Sunday's ago. I also miss my Mom terribly. She is serving a mission in Quito, Ecuador. I always find myself more tense on this day and needed lots of pampering and that is just what I got.
It all started with a wonderful breakfast from the Gray's and my kids. Egg whites & ham on a bagel sandwich. Brandon came home with a beautiful card that meant the world!! After church, we all sat out by the pool and just relaxed in the sun. It was so nice to just sit there. We laughed at the kids as they BEGGED to go swimming. Then Brandon and the kids, Tucker included, made dinner and did ALL the dishes!!! YIPEE!!! And it all ended with a nice warm bubble bath and Brandon took the kids on a nice Sunday walk with the Gray's. Couldn't have been better!
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I have chills!!! I always think of you and your family on Mother's Day, ALWAYS. I will never ever forget that day. I don't know if I have ever told you but that was a pivital day for me. Two reasons...1. as much pain and suffering and sadness as I witnessed that day, the great plan of salvation was reconfirmed to my soul. I KNEW it was/is true. I know that our loved ones are not lost to us, only on another errand of the Lord. WHY? I try not to ask, just believe. 2. "These experiences work together for our good." When Tracy called our house and told me what had happened and thought that I may be helpful, for the first time in my life I was glad that I knew what it felt like to loose someone. It was then that I could see that truly we are here to bare one anothers burdens. It was an absolute honor to be by your side. I love you. I am sorry that you have had to experience this pain. I hope your heart is healing.
Sounds like a lovely day! I am especially jealous of the sit by the pool in the warm sun part. :0)
Hey will you please teach my sisters to blog. Love ya.
Jamie, that was a wonderful blog, I, of course have similar feelings. Jenn's comments were beautiful, she is a wonderful friend. She expressed it so well. We will see and hold her again and know that she is praying for our success too.
And I too am VERY jealous of the sun thing. We are still rainy here in Quito.
Love ya tons!
Mom
i've been thinking about you this week knowing that it's been a hard holiday to have to share with such a sad passing of your sister. it will be a beautiful day when you see your sister again. you're family is wonderful, and i am so greatful to have known you guys for sooooooo long. i'm glad you were able to make some great memories with yor family on mother's day this year!! sounds like a relaxing day!! tell your mom i said hi!! Cortni :)
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