Merry Christmas 2015
‘Twas the night after Thanksgiving and all alone in the house
I was reflecting on how life had changed since the death of my spouse
A lifetime of blessings and memories shared
Still praising Jesus that we had been paired.
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The children were once nestled snug in their beds,
But they quickly grew up when I turned my head;
Savor the moments for life goes by fast,
Now I face new choices and an emptying nest.
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Emily got married and lives really close by
Connor, her husband, is a really good guy
Shepherds junior high kids and is a pastor
I wonder at times how their parents they take after.
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Serving coffee and serving Jesus
Emily and Connor live together a life that pleases.
Art and music are part of their life
Learning to live as husband and wife!
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With food and games the house was once stocked
For Clayton and his friends often flocked
I looked recently and the snack cupboard was bare
Because now all were grown and no one comes there
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Clayton goes to Biola and soccer he plays
To Japan on a mission the guys spent summer days
With the plane full of teammates and the coaches they flew
To playoffs in Oregon and Florida too.
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A mission in India the next year begins
Clayton will be with 6 others; will you pray for him?
He springs to work at things that matter
And roots for the Cubs, “Hey! Batter, Batterâ€
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I’m still working at church, and purging bookshelves,
And I laugh and I play, in spite of myself;
Not sure where I’m headed or what God will do,
But leaning in hard I trust in Him true
So hear me exclaim, as this year goes away
I think of you often and I continue to pray
That God will bless you and always come near
“Happy Christmas to all, and to all New Year’s cheer.”