Family. A word that brings so many pictures to mind. Love, joy, togetherness, legacy, sharing (both pain and joy), good times, memories, belonging and . . . NUTS! Well in my case at least. One big crazy family! That's the way our family is and I like it that way! Spending 5 days with our family in Pennsylvania was great! I am so thankful that we could be there for my brother, Chester, and his wife, Kim, during this time of loss. Nathan was a such a special part of our family. He is missed so much! We were able to spend all day Friday with my brothers and sisters. It's been a long time since I have been able to spend that much time with them. It was good to harass and be harassed by my brothers, visit with my sisters and just "be" together. We were also able to see my mom again. Another of God's blessings. Then, of course, my dad made Apple Fritters Saturday night. Love. . . sharing. . . belonging. . . Family.
God's goodness has been so evident over these last 2 weeks. I watched as Chester and Kim's church family surrounded them with love and support. God provided, through the kindness of a dear friend, the money for both Warren and I to fly to PA to be with our family during this difficult time. Thank you, friend, you know who you are! I also felt God's comfort in time of sorrow. We were overwhelmed by the number of people that went to celebrate Nathan's life. It seemed like "everybody" was there.
We are not promised tomorrow so live today like it was your last and "Love Like Crazy"!
