So everyone is okay, but there was a car accident in my family. I realize that life is really fragile, short, and you never know when you will go home to God. So take advantage of every day, every minute, and every second. Even when you wish your kids would go to bed, instead of screaming; when you wish they would stop throwing their food on the floor; or other things that you wish they wouldn't do. Being a parent isn't about controlling our kids, although some of that is necessary to keep them safe and to teach them, it's about the little moments. For me it's that they are mine, forever. God has blessed me so much. I have an amazing, kind wife and beautiful kids that love me too. What more could I ask for?
I think this has made me realize how close I need to be with God and also with my wife. I need to tell my children every chance I get that I love them. I need to hold my sweet wife's hand while we sit on the couch at night. Every minute is precious. A blessing and gift from God. Now what are we going to do with each one of those minutes?
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You're right. I agree that we need to make every minute count. Someone can be here one moment and gone the next. I think this is one of the hardest things about life, letting go of the things you think are "important" to tend to the things that are truly important. And also, using our time better to become edified and serve others (whether it's children, family, friends or neighbors) and the Lord.
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