Carter and Grandma in 2001
Our son Carter turned 11 years old on Sunday.
And so, we celebrated life in two very distinct ways. A funeral on the one hand, and a birthday party on the other.
One event brought tears as we said good-bye to such a dear lady.
The other, laughter, as we welcomed another year of life for our pre-teen boy.
And while different, these events celebrate the same thing....the gift of life from our heavenly Father and His faithfulness to all generations.
Grandma was the last of her generation. Her husband, siblings, brother's and sister's in-law, all have gone on before her. She also buried all three of her sons during her life-time...leaving behind her only daughter. She was a woman of remarkable strength. Continuing to live life with an optimistic outlook. God was faithful despite her losses. I will miss her greatly, but am thankful for the many years of her life I was privileged to share.
On Carter's birthday, we celebrated the gift of his life and I gave thanks for the 11 years so far that I've been able to love him and enjoy him.
Psalm 103 was read at Grandma's funeral. Verse 17 says "But from everlasting to everlasting the Lord's love is with those who fear him, and his righteousness with their children's children."
Praise be to God!
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