Sunday, March 22, 2009

for what its worth.

it has been amazing to walk alongside of my dad through this rough time. it has been wonderful to hear the heart of those who are coming and reading scripture to him & what they are choosing to share with him. it is fun to hear him talk with my brother about work stuff (he will never let that go). to watch my little sister (who is beyond precious to me & makes me laugh, cry, & oh so proud) fall asleep at my dads feet. to see ash & jt standing outside of the hospital window trying to get my dad's attention to say hello. to watch todd sit in a hospital room & not really do anything but chat with my dad. this morning in church we sang 'blessed be your name'. it spurred on the thought i have been mulling over all day long. my pops is still blessing the name of the LORD. it really is amazing that i get to watch this part of my dads life. of course, i wish i didn't have to watch it, however, i am thankful that it is a process for me. a hard process, but nonetheless a process that only refines my heart & my reality into exactly what God wants of me. i am blessed. what a blessing i have in my wonderful family.

4 comments:

Matt and Stephanie said...

Summer, I am so sorry. I am praying for you and your Dad. Your strength is amazing, and your children's faith inspiring. If you need anything anything at all, I am here.

joy said...

beautifully put.

Irish Girl said...

Still praying for you and your family Summer.

AnnaTee said...

There is this underlying peace that is beautifully woven into your writing Sum. It is such a joy to see that "it is well with your soul"