Family Time

These have been very special hours with the family this weekend. All of them arrived safely and the Lord gave Carol an amazing extra burst of strength to be out of bed most of the day enjoying each one. Carol was even able to sit at the piano and play three songs that she would like to have sung at her funeral. We all did our best to sing along, but with less than perfect voices. Later today, dear ones will have to head back home to resume the responsibilities that they set aside for this final good-by to Carol.

We received an email yesterday from a good friend in Chile, quoting from Thomas a Kempis that does quite well describing what we are experiencing:

"If I am left to myself, behold, I am nothing, and all weakness;
but if Thou suddenly look upon me, I presently become strong,
and am replenished with new joy."

We look forward to a few more family hours today, and will then be left with more wonderful memories that I trust will play in our hearts and minds as we cherish the final time that the Lord gives Carol this side of the curtain of REAL life.

Have a wonderful Lord's day with your family and friends.

Love to you all,

Chuck...and Carol too