This week Slice of Life is all about expressing gratitude for someone who has done something for us. Wow, that is hard one. How to choose?? I have been the recipient of many acts of kindness. Picking just one is hard. Well here goes...
Thirty three years ago this Christmas Day an event happened that changed my life forever. My husband's brother's family came to visit us for Christmas. We decided to attend church with them. (we weren't members of any church, or even attended church, but I was interested) Laurel, my sister-in-law asked me if I would mind having the missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints come to my home and share the Gospel with me. I readily accepted, and have never regretted the decision. The Spirit was so strong in our home as those two young missionaries shared the gospel. I often wonder what my life would be like if I had not joined the Church. Would my marriage have survived? I know that I wouldn't have four of my children. I can't imagine life without them. I'm so grateful that Laurel gave me that invitation on that Christmas Day and for her example of living the Gospel. How does one say thank you?? While I don't consider my self a poet, I wrote a little heart felt poem. Hopefully, that will convey my gratitude.
sisters,
not by blood,
but by spirit.
gospel shared,
truth accept.
new life begun.
my escort when,
forever family was created.
eternal thanks.
Thank you, Laurel, I love you!!
2 comments:
Thank you Cindy. I love you too. You are definitely my sis! You were right I could have used some kleenex. The gospel is the best thing ever.
So beautiful. Indeed, what better gift than the gift of the gospel?
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