This past Monday we went with the Simmons, Hydros and Lees to cut down our Christmas tree. There were many memories made from the night...Carson throwing up all over himself and the car on the way there. All of the kids getting filthy as they climbed a huge dirt pile (many deciding to slide on thier bottoms down). Carson running wild through the row of Christmas trees (every photo i have of him is the back of his head as he ran away from me). Jon picking out a great tree (i didn't even help pick it out cause i was busy chasing carson!!) a great meal cooked by amazing emo lee.
It was a wondeful night to be with friends and start building traditions that Carson will be able to look forward to in the years to come. It was also a very challenging night as I was constantly reminded of the fact that our precious little Chase was not there to create memories with us. Jon and I were provoked to think much about Heaven that night and what the celebration on Christmas morning must be like there. As we wake on Christmas morning to our tree, gifts, and family, to celebrate the day that Christ was born, will Chase be able to personally celebrate and eat with Him at his table? as we sing songs reminding us of that day in Bethleham years ago, will Chase listen as those that were there describe the glorious details of Christ's birth?
As we drove home cutting down the tree, questioning what it must be like during this holiday seson in Heaven, i realized that this is yet one more gift that the Lord has given us in the life and death of our son. the Lord enabled us to seieze that drive home to think great thoughts of Him and his home. our hearts were reminded of the true meaning of the holiday season. thank you son for yet another undeserving gift you have given us!
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Jon and Jenni,
I can't even begin to imaging the pain that you guys have gone through, but I want to thank you for the way in which you have reflected God's glory. God has used your family as a constant reminder that He is to be praised and trusted no matter what He allows in our lives. Your faith and example has blessed my family and I and I know countless others. Please know that our whole family (of 13 people) is continuing to pray for you as you continue to look heavenward in this season of your life. May God's grace and strength continue to abound in large supply. And if there is anything that you need as far as practical needs go, please let me know (skatergrl83@gmail.com), it would be an honor to serve you. God bless you!
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