One of the things that comes with having a large family is you master the art of juggling. We are blessed with wonderful friends that so generously step up to the plate and offer to make the juggling a little easier. What a blessing you are.
I will never forget my friend, Ruth, who insisted on taking all the boys and giving me time to just be. This was a few years ago, when they were still young. She grew up in a very large family and was not overwhelmed by having the boys. It was such a gift.
The boys had a great time and I found out what a grocery shopping was like alone!
I have girlfriends that are so willing to take Josh so I can go to an appointment. Or keep the boys so Sanj and I can get away.
It is such a gift!
Last school year there was a lady that was teaching or something at Rhema … yet her children were gone. She said “pick a day and let me bring your children home. I have an empty vehicle.” WOW! I was so touched. We can never car pool… etc… and I really don’t mind the pick up… but to have the option and luxury to not leave the house? It was fabulous.
This week was the Y sign up for swimming. My friend Janice was in line at 6:45 A.M. to sign up for swimming to get the coveted time slots… she signed by my children too. Not only does this but she takes my 2 that are in swimming from school and takes them with her son for their lessons. This allows me to just come pick them up. This allows for the other 4 boys to not have to be rushed and waiting an hour and bit…
What a blessing. I am so appreciative of the thoughtfulness of people… of my friends.
Like many others who enter in and out of your circle of life, I too am blessed with many 'gifts of the heart' from you. You often speak of being blessed with the kindness of friends, but would hope that your perception of this kindness is not weighed too heavily on the side of a blessing. Simply, the kindness in your life is a reciprocation, a mutual love to give back a little of the kindness you give so freely to us. Your kindness is a conscious focus of each persons need to feel special in the eyes of their friend. It is sometimes work, and sometimes not, but it is still an action that you need to take credit for, and know that the kind gestures sent your way are our way of saying 'thank you'.