Live Each Day To It's Fullest!

Live each day to it's fullest as we never know when life can be taken away from us. I haven't been blogging much lately due to my computer being repaired and then just life getting crazy and busy. First I must say Happy Belated Mother's Day! One of my new favorite holidays. :) Motherhood is by far the highlight of my life thus far. Next to my amazing husband and marriage I just don't know how it gets better. I want to celebrate amazing moms everywhere! The most important, amazing, and difficult job out there. I used to think nurses and teachers held that title. But I just think Mom's make the world go 'round. I am so grateful for my own mother. Such a selfless, driven, strong woman. I know that I am who I am because of her and our heavenly Father. I spent my Mother's Day with Landon's family and Grandfather. We went to church, had lunch with his mom and went to the hospital to spend some time with his grandparents, which brings me to the reason for my title. Landon's Grandfather and Laura Beth's Great-Grandfather passed away yesterday. He went into the hospital to get a pacemaker put in which was supposed to be pretty routine. His lungs began to fail and could no longer keep up. Granddaddy was 80 years old but about 60 years young. Landon and I often wondered if his grandparents would outlive our parents. However, God called upon Granddaddy sooner than we had expected. Which is why I say live each day to it's fullest because God has a plan for us but only he knows what it is. I am so glad that Laura Beth was able to meet one of her great grandfathers and only wish she would remember. Thankfully, I have lots of pictures and know that Mema will tell her all about him. He was a hardworking, kind, and thoughtful man. He and Mema always think of us and make us feel special. Even at 80 years old and a full life they found the time to send us birthday cards and gifts. They are the only great grandparents who sent Laura Beth something for every holiday and her first birthday. They traveled to our wedding and even came to Atlanta to visit us once. The joy that they exuberate when they see Laura Beth has always meant the world to me. Thankfully, we were able to spend a joyous Easter with them. Granddaddy will truly be missed and I pray for peace and comfort to those left behind. I am at peace with his death as I know that God is embracing him into his kingdom right now. I know that there is no pain, just rejoicing. But the pain here will be tough in the next few days. Tough for Mema, his wife of 63 years. Tough for his children who have to put their father to rest while trying to stay strong for their mother. Tough for his grandchildren who loved him so dearly. I pray that they can find their own peace and comfort during this trying time.

And finally, I have to tell you how my Mother's Day ended. I sat in one of my favorite places... Laura Beth's chair and held my baby while she slept. We always read a few books and then I sing her a few songs before lying her down. As soon as I turn off the light to sing our songs and rock her for a few minutes, she melts into my arms. It's truly like a puzzle peace fitting into it place. I usually try not to rock her too long as I want her to be able to soothe herself to sleep but this night I sat extra long. I prayed and thanked God for moments like these and all of the blessings in my life. I tell you all of this to say... slow down, take a deep breath, look around you and live in the moment. Such a hard thing to do (and I am guilty to... Mrs. Planner myself) but discover the things most important to you and enjoy, love, and cherish them each and every day because it could possibly be your last chance.