Time got away from me last week so sorry no news from me.
First of all Christian is competing with Brody in the reflux department. He is doing well except for that. He will be having some testing this week to determine that it is just reflux and no other problems. Please pray that they get it under control soon. When they do he will eat better then he can come home, which Jill and Jimmy are anxiously awaiting. We know that feeling all too well.
Brent says Brody is like a polarized magnet when you lay him on his back - flip - over he goes. Which is so funny because he really doesn't like his belly. He has yet to figure out how to roll from belly to back but he'll get it soon. Other than flipping so quickly he isn't doing anything new this week.
The reason my week got away was because Brent's grandma passed away. She was 88 years old and had a healthy life except for the past 6-7 months. She was a strong christian and we all know she went home. I like what Brent's Uncle Bill said, "She graduated to Jesus." That's a cool outlook.
Brent went to visit Grandma Ginny about a month ago. Grandma's roommate in the nursing home in Parkersburg has Alzheimer's but she told Brent's aunt later that day that a man was there to see Grandma. Aunt Naomi knew Brent had been there so she, "Yes a man was here." Then the roommate said, "Yes he was here and there was love." With tears in her eyes Aunt Naomi told us that story. I was so proud of my guy. He told me how Grandma complained that her neck hurt while he was there and he rubbed her neck and he wished he could have done more for her. He was sad that he she was failing so. But knowing now that it was evident that he loved her made that last memory even more treasured.
Grandma Ginny saw a banquet table filled with every food imaginable upon her entrance into heaven, she described it to her daughter, Naomi. During the funeral Brent spoke about how his Grandma was not one to be physically affectionate but if she had made you cokie and toast, corn bread and coffee, or apple sauce pie you had Grandma's love. I think when she was entering heaven she saw that table because she saw love. Growing up in a family of 17, as one of the oldest Grandma was always preparing food for loved ones and she continued to do the same for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Not ever having much, choosing to purchase food over her own needs happened more than once I'm sure. There was love.
This scenario has given me a myriad of thoughts. How do I show my love, is it sacrificial? What will I see when I get to heaven? We had a dear friend, Mary Morris, that sang a hymn while entering Heaven. Mary obviously had a passion for music and praising God. Where Grandma had a passion for taking care of her family and honoring God so when she got to heaven He was returning all this to her.
My last thought is how do we treat our others when we think only an old Alzheimer's lady is observing. Do we show love? Is it obvious? I can only hope that when I leave a room I receive the same compliment, "There was love." No matter who we encounter we should be reflections of Christ and show love just as He did.
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DeeDee, It`s Chris Byrne I misplaced your number, but I wanted to let you know we are now going to attend the March for Babies in Morgantown. It will be held at Krepps Park on April 19. The registration starts at 10, and the walk begins at 11. Between 6 FBLA members we`ve raised $250.00. We didn`t reach our goal, but it`s a start. Next year we will start earlier. I am not sure what the weather is going to be like Saturday, but we hope you guys will be able to make it. I`m not sure if Brent`s company wants to match our donation, but our donations are due Thursday afternoon. Give me a call with any questions,contact Cassie for my number. God Bless (:
Dear Dee Dee and Brent. Just a note to let you know that I have seen this entry. Thank you so much for including this tribute to Mom. I learned many many lessons during the last 7 months, and one of the greatest is that even though we "know" in our minds that God is watching, we never really think that others are watching to see God in us. The Bible says that the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy , peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faithfulness, and self control. Galatians 5. If the Spirit dwells in us then we will exhibit these qualities. I know we can "block" the Spirit's work in us by letting our own emotions get in the way, and that The Father knows what we can and cannot do without exercise of our own spirit. He let me experience the last few months to learn and grow. I pray that the staff and other residents saw the fruit of the gracious Holy Spirit of God far more than they saw the sometimes weak, selfish, and tired spirit of Naomi. I love you guys,and if there is one thing that Brody has brought to this earth with him is the clear evidence of the Love of our Father God. There is much much more to come. Of that I am sure. It will be a joy to watch him grow physically,mentally, morally, and socially. You will do a terrific job. Love , Aunt Naomi
Belly flips---Hmmmmn that's hard to do! What a wiggle worm! It is so awesome to hear how great he is doing every day! The picture is great! It goes with your theme for the day! Knowing that grandma saw a feast waiting for her is a great comfort. I know it makes me think about what would be waiting for me. God gives us all signs he is here. Our family got a gift.
Hug the little guy for me!
dd
So sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers are going out to your family. The "big" little guy is growing so fast! before you know it Cole and Brody are going to ride their bikes all over smithtown!! So glad to hear he is doing so well! Cole had a hard time with the belly thing too...hated to be on it! lol!!!
Call if you want to walk again, 282-7197
Stephanie, Bob, Danielle, Dylan and Cole Anderson!
XOXO
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