I don't usually use this blog as a place to share personal thoughts and feelings; however, today I will make an exception. Maybe someone out there reading this blog needs to hear what I have to say.
Today marks the 8-year anniversary of my mother's passing. I've had many thoughts and feelings about this today, and though one would expect those to be feelings of pain and sorrow, I have felt great peace and joy. As I sat in the temple this morning I was reassured that I will see my mother again. I'm grateful that her passing took place so close to Easter/springtime, when my thoughts are generally more directed towards the Savior and his triumph over death. He was resurrected, breaking the bands of death and as a result we will all live again. Of this I am certain! How wonderful it is to have this knowledge, this peace, this hope. My family is the most important thing to me and I am grateful to know that we can be together forever. Maybe you can take a moment to think about that...together forever...because of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Because of this knowledge and these feelings I've had today, I've taken the time to squeeze my kids and husband a little tighter. I've said "I love you" a little more often. And I've taken the time to just enjoy my family more than I usually do. Life is uncertain and sometimes downright hard and painful, but despite it all we can find joy and happiness each day, knowing that there is greater plan and a Heavenly Father who loves us beyond comprehension.
Smile....life is good!
