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!
7 comments:
Holly, thank you for sharing. It is nice to know how the Savior has helped you heal. And, it reminds me where I need to focus more time.
Thanks for sharing Holly. You are right, life is too short to not enjoy every moment. Whether it's a moment of choas, tears, screaming or laughter.
Thanks for your post Holly. Your Mom was a sweet lady. I'm glad I got to meet her.
I am sure your mom is wathcing over you and your sweet family and is so proud of you as a mom and a person! What a wonderful tribute to such a wonderful woman.
Holly, I loved this post. Mom emailed it to us, and I read it back then. You have such a beautiful testimony of the hope that we can have from Christ's victory over death. I look forward to the day that I can meet your mother. She must be amazing, and I think you are a lot like her. We are so glad to have you in our family!
It was also fun to read about Hyrum's birthday, the volcano, Hyrum's first talk in Primary, and to watch the video you made. I wish I could get those made for my kids each year! How do you do it? I need to figure out your method, because it seems to take me forever!
We love and miss you guys!
Holly, it is so wonderful to know that we can always be with our families. I had no idea that your mom passed away. My sister-in-law lost her mother to cancer 2 years ago and although there are so many emotions surrounding that day, she feels a peace and calm knowing that they will be reunited. How blessed we are to have that knowledge!
I'm positive that you are one of the kindest, most gentle mothers out there, and that your mom is so proud of you!!
Holly, I haven't been on here forever, but I read this one. And i couldn't help but remember your mom and how great she was. She was always at all the meets and making sure everybody was doing okay. And the team dinners that we had at your house. Your mom was such an amazing woman, and she raised another amazing woman. Thanks for letting me be apart of your life.
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