Speaking from the Heart

As we get older, so do our parents. Some of us are fortunate to still have our parents around, while many of us have one or both parents who have gone Home. My dad went Home to be with the LORD nine years ago. Not a day goes by that I don't think of him.

I am thankful that my 63 years old mom is still around. After seeing what Dad had gone through with diabetes, she made a commitment to take care of herself. She watches what she eats and goes to the gym 3 times a week.

A high school friend wasn't as fortunate as me. She lost her mom this week, due to brain tumor. I am thankful that my friend and her brother had an extra year with their mom, despite what the doctor said.

I am thankful for friends who have overcome cancer. I am also thankful for God's comfort to those who are in the process of healing.

With friends going through the process of separations and divorces, I am thankful for my strong marriage.

I am thankful for my perseverance in homeschooling my children. Because of my high expectations , I am reaping the rewards. Mark is making A's and B's in IB (college prep) classes. Katherine is the top of her class.

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