Birthdays are only one of the many celebrations that bring families together for laughter and fun! However, the passing of loved ones, change those days to something different. Since my husband has been gone I have never really thought of those days to be bad days….but just more of a day to reflect and remember.
Today is my late husband’s birthday! Before he passed….. tonight would have been a celebration filling our home with the laughter of little children running and playing as their Grandpa teased them and showed them magic tricks. Then we would have chocolate cake and mint chocolate chip icecream, which was his favorite. Opening gifts was the best part of the celebration because he would put each gift on top of his head while his super powers would reveal to him what was inside. (Something he learned from his Dad.) His guess was usually right! The kids would giggle and laugh as each gift was opened.
Memories can help us get through hard days as we reflect on happy times with those we love who have passed on. The knowledge of Eternal Life can bring us joy as we look forward to being with those we love again!
Memories Can Bring A Smile To Your Face and Warmth to Your Heart!!!
by Tanya Christiansen