As loved ones old or young pass away, refuge is found in the assurance "God has a plan, a higher purpose, another job..." At the time we don't always know or understand, but have you ever pondered the ripple effect or the thoughts, conversations, sparked by the passing?
Two recent events come to mind causing me to ponder the effects on me and my family, rather selfish yes but follow me......the school shooting in newton ct and a young mother in ks losing her three year old in a car accident, both accidents, both terrible tragedies, a mother, father, aunt, uncle, grand parent, all laying children to rest ahead of them; an event a parent can never be prepared for, only looking to God for comfort. Those events caused me many tears for those involved, prayers for their guidance, comfort, healing, all while also challenging me. The challenge to me was to look at my kids, my life, my parenting, how can I be a better parent, better for my kids...those parents had no way of knowing the last round of hugs, kisses, snuggles, would be the last....is improving my parenting, my patience one of the jobs God had in store for those little lives. (Yes, I know sounds selfish) but think of the number of people who did hug their children tighter, had more patience, answered more curious questions, took extra time to teach a new skill, made their family more of a priority, pulled a community closer together, made neighbors more tolerant of others, brought discussions of peace, healing, random acts of selflessness.....will we ever truly know the jobs God has in store for those precious babies but know one day we will learn as we meet again.
Love, patience, peace, tolerance, prayer, until next time.
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