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05/29/12
remember
Filed under: Ron's Reflections
Posted by: site admin @ 6:04 am

           

Have
you ever pulled into a parking space and found that the meter had
time left on it? It is a great feeling to have your parking paid by
someone else. It is amazing how many of things in life are the work
of someone else. This past weekend was called Memorial Day weekend.
Think with me about how many women and men have given of themselves
so that we can enjoy life as we know it. I know that my parents
sacrificed so that I could go to college and have some of the things
that they never had. I even know that there are many who have given
freely to me and asked for nothing in return.

I
know that I need reminders. This past weekend is a great reminder
that I owe a huge debt to many. I also know that I could never repay
this debt but I can not only remember but also be one of those who
gives more than he/she takes. I hope that Memorial Day is more than
just a day to take off work. I hope it is a Day to truly remember
the debt we owe to others. So, I say thanks to all who have made my
life richer and more full. Thanks!!!!!

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05/21/12
blessed
Filed under: Ron's Reflections
Posted by: site admin @ 6:33 am

           

Last
week I found myself in Belgium helping out in getting a party ready
for my son’s celebration of his obtaining a PhD in theology. I had
a great time and even made a few new friends. I am naturally proud
of a son who has worked hard to obtain his doctorate. Now both of my
sons have their doctorates and both are college teachers. As I
reflect on my son’s what really stands out to me is their
compassion and love for all. Both are involved in ministries to help
those who are needy and both have a heart for those some would
consider less fortunate.

I
had a great time in Belgium. What a joy to be able to spend time
with family. I am blessed in so many ways. I hope that I will
always realize how blessed I truly am. Today I am going to just
think about all the ways I am blessed. What a joy to be a part of a
loving family that cares for each other. I am asking God for help in
living a thankful life. Let me repeat I am blessed and that blessing
comes from a God who continues to bless us all.

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05/07/12
mom day
Filed under: Ron's Reflections
Posted by: site admin @ 8:52 am

           

This
past week I took a couple of days off and went to see my mother. She
is doing quite well everything considered. She would let you know
that she still misses my dad who has been gone for almost two years
now. I had a good visit and I guess it is true that your mom is
always your mom. I will never know how much my mom sacrificed for me
personally. However, I do know that my mom is my best prayer
warrior. She constantly is remembering me in her prayers and for me
this is the greatest gift that she can ever give me.

Mother’s
Day is coming up and it is a good reminder that one of God’s
greatest gifts to us is our families. I know that not every one
comes from a ‘good’ home. But there is a longing in all of us to
be a part of a loving, caring family. This longing is one of the
reasons that I call God my “Father.” He is my heavenly parent
who allows me to be a part of a family where I have found
unconditional love.

I
am so glad I saw my mom again. I learned when my dad died that
parents will not always be with us. That reminder makes this
Mother’s Day special. My mom is alive and well. Happy Mother’s
Day to all mom!!!!

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