This picture reminds me that life is good. :-) And it is. Surely everyone has rough times- trials, heartbreak, loss, etc., but life is also full of great things as well. I believe that you'll find what your looking for, and life is certainly easier when I'm looking for the good!Thank you thank you for the MANY well-wishes, emails, flowers, messages, calls, etc. to wish us a 'Happy Families are Forever day.' We so appreciate it! (Please understand that I rarely answer the phone on that day, but I so appreciate the messages left!)
I had a fun little realization this year. I was writing out the date and said 2/8 aloud in my mind "two eight"....and it made me think of the words "to wait" which sound exactly the same! :-) That is exactly what Feb 8 is a reminder of for me. I had to smile at the correlation. There are lots of good things that we have 'to wait' for. Sometimes it's really hard to wait....but I can't think of a time when I've waited for something and it hasn't been worth the wait. Like waiting for James. Totally worth it. Waiting as long as possible before delivering my babies (as horrible as pregnancy is, preemie babies is harder.) And of course waiting for my entire family to be united again. Luke's surely playing and having fun in Heaven....we haven't lost him forever...someday we'll hold him again. Just for now do we have "to wait." And we enjoy the ride. We appreciate every moment we get to spend together with those around us- happy, laughing, singing, and playing. Just like Luke did. :-)
So go hug your babies, your honey, your loved ones today!! Hug them tight and tell them everything you want them to know. Tell them you love them. You'll be glad you did.
Love to you all!!
**For those of you new to our fabulous blog, "Families are Forever" day started a few years back when we lost our oldest son, Luke, to a heart condition called Long QT. Luke was nine minutes older than Logan. :-) He passed away a few months before he turned 3. We try to focus on the good things on Feb 8 and celebrate that our family has been sealed for eternity. We know we'll be together again.
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11 comments:
I love Love LOVE Families Are Forever Day! We are totally going to borrow the idea and celebrate our own FA4EVERD. We might not be sealed together for eternity just yet, but it is a goal we are working toward and one that we will reach. The wait is so hard sometimes, but I know it will be worth it. I've learned so much and I don't think I would have ever learned it all otherwise. So as hard as it is to say sometimes, I am truly thankful for the trials in my life that for now hold us back.
I love you Car, you are so beautiful inside and out, you are a strong person and an amazing momma and a wonderful sister and friend! and to Luke: We love and miss you Lukey, give Jesus a hug for me and hi-five! =)
Cari, I'm just sobbing. Thank you for posting this. I've been having such a hard time lately with the most trivial things and this was a reminder of what's really important. You are amazing. Thanks again.
I've always been so impressed with how positive and full of life you are. Thank you for your wonderful example and beautiful spirit! Your kids will always have a greater understanding of what this life is really about because of it.
This month is also my sister's b-day--on the 15th. Remembering her in connection with Valentines' helps me realize how much our Savior really is aware of us and loves us, no matter what the trials. That always helps me feel better whenever I am missing her.
Oh, I love the "to wait" comparison. What an optimistic and hopeful way to remember the day. I was hoping you would post! I looked for this yesterday. I'm always inspired by your strength, gentleness, and joy you share when you post such personal feelings about your beautiful family and your sweet little Luke. We love all of you. You a great example of faith, patience, and love. Happy Families are Forever Day!
Cari, this is beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing these special moments with us, I feel uplifted and inspired. I love you very much, and I'm thinking of you. A mother's love is a gift from God, it is amazing. Love you, xoxo
We've sure been thinking about you! Your day, as hard as they tend to be, sounds like it was great! I love what you have named it and your 2/8 analogy. Your nothing short of amazing! I love hearing your testimony and the strength that comes from the your words. I miss you everyday, your smile, your optimism and your fun personality! Love you!!
I just love you, my dear!
Each and every time I interact with you I learn something new. You have a beautiful family! I will NEVER forget your faith and example!
Cari,
I think of you guys every year on Feb. 8th. It is bitter sweet for me since Tyke and Cruz's birthday is that day! We sure miss you guys and it looks like life is treating you well! Hope you have a good week.
Lacey
You are such an amazing woman, Cari. Happy Families Are Forever Day! (((HUGS)))
Hey Cari! I just found your blog! Isn't it amazing to know about eternal families? I know I am grateful to know about them and to know that my family is forever. That was something I always struggled with growing up. Thankfully I learned about the Church! I love the "to wait" thought. It's so true. You are such a great example to me and I really hope to get to know you better. :O)
p.s. if you are interested in our blog you can email me and I'll send an invite. :O)
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