The snow and ice seems to be ceasing in Ohio. However, it is 14 degrees with a wind chill of 0 degrees. This cold weather is to persist for the next few days and it certainly makes me anxious to return to South Carolina.
The good news is that my mother is making progress in her recovery and it has been good to be so connected with my family the last few days. It has been an interesting coincidence that NBC Evening News has had an on-going story, Trading Places, that highlights how children help their parents deal with the issues of aging. My Ohio trip and this program highlight the challenge faced by many of us as we seek to honor and care for our parents. It is clear that success stories happen when there is a lifetime of good communication among all family members. Because my family has made a reasonable effort to do so, it feels like this is just another family project where each one shares his/her gift to make it happen. Of course, there are times of sadness, concern, frustration and stress. However, the balance and peace comes when we reach out to one another and to our God.
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We began a Lenten study tonight because next week there will be an Ash Wednesday serviceinstead. In considering our journey with Christ and what it means to take up our cross, I was mindful of your journey and the issue of aging parents. As we become more aware of the implications of advancing life expectancies, we also discover the understanding that living longer does not necessarily mean living better. Yet for those blessed to have parents share our lives much longer, we need be mindful that the connection to and with our family is a precious blessing. We must also be mindful that not everyone is fortunate enough to have parents/family live long enough that we mature to the point that we can truly appreciate them.
I am thankful that your mother is doing "well", and I pray that the medical staff will continue to bring healing to her.
We do all give thanks. Be careful returning. Will miss you Sunday. Am driving to see my mom on her Bithday Sunday.
Caregiving can confuse our hearts as we seek to be both child and adult at once. I am happy for your family that you have open communication that allows you to work out your roles with grace.
We miss you here and pray for all of your family. Yet, I am glad you are there to participate fully in this part of your family's life journey.
JUST KNOW THAT OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AS YOU BEGIN ANOTHER JOURNEY IN LIFE. pLEASE BE SAFE COMING HOME. YOU ARE MISSED
Your gift of reaching out in gracious and caring ways points many of us to the love and grace of our God. May He bless your family in these days and continue to give you peace, as well as a safe return.
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