This week, I had a great need. I simply needed someone to come and stay here with Mary EARLY Sunday morning so Darrel and I could both be at church. Every other Sunday, we have taken turns or Darrel just stayed so I could go. But this Sunday, a new sound system had been installed in our sanctuary and Darrel was really needed in the sound booth for the first service and I was needed for Praise Team.
Early in the week, I had made a call to Hospice to try to get a volunteer to come and stay with Mary but I never got a return phone call. I called again on Friday, still to no avail, which is rather sad to me. Anyway, when I told Darrel I didn't know what we were going to do, he suggested we call Lindsey. Now, the few of you who read this nonsensical blog, know who Lindsey is....she's our 17 year old granddaughter. I told Darrel I just didn't know if she would feel comfortable but I would ask.
Bless her heart, although she had worked the night before, she was up and at our door at 7:10 or so on Sunday morning! Now that's early for anyone!! I am so proud of her willingness to step out of her comfort zone and come to our rescue. We would not have been able to come were it not for her. She lovingly came to help us and serve the Lord in a setting that I'm sure was a bit scarry for her, even though she probably wouldn't admit it. Sitting with someone who has terminal cancer can be intimidating but she was willing to serve. All God wants of us is to be a willing vessel....He'll pour us out as He wills IF we will put our feet in motion and get busy. There are so many needs in our church and in our families. Our responsibility is to just get out there and serve. We have some incredible youth at our church who never cease to amaze me. Their actions and love for Christ are pure. They "put their money where their mouth is" and they are serious about doing something for Christ.
Lindsey, I'M SO PROUD of you. For me, it was a "defining moment" in my life. You know, one of those moments that sears into your heart and mind and you know has changed you and that you will never forget. I'M SO PROUD of our granddaughter and are so thankful God put her in our lives. We are blessed.
the solitary
9 years ago
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We're proud of Lindsey too...she is an amazing young woman and the Lord is doing and will do mighty things in her life!
Yes, you are blessed! One of my favorite young people at church, always sharing a smile when she passes by. I love young people who aren't afraid to do that (because sometimes I still am!)! Thanks for letting us know how special she is in your family too, Barb.
I am crying! It was really no big deal, but thank you so much. You're special in my life too, and I'm blessed to have YOU. Love you more! ;) -Lindz
Now,I'm crying!!! I can't even begin to tell you how proud I am to call Lindsey my daughter,and Barb,my mother-in-law. Two of the most AWESOME people I know! I love you both!!!
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