The energy, spirit, strength, Wisdom and healing of a compassionate and kind caretaker, whether parent or not, seems to continue on in future lives. My care giving began at quite a young age since my sister has autism and severe developmental delays. She taught me love for all people.
Caring for my own children is simultaneously the same and very different. Watching my children, through the years, is still, at times, surreal. They are kind, thoughtful, funny ones -praises! They are so swiftly reaching adulthood, well, what the state counts adulthood!
I’ve worked many jobs since I was ten years old (no child labor laws were broken!). Of all the jobs, parenting is the most challenging and rewarding, for me. And yes, it’s not just a job because my personal belief is that anything we do from a place of love isn’t merely a job.
The stamina of Heaven to you on this journey…I’m falling forward…into this season with grace for all and gratitude for some -hahahah!
Common Day Hero: MamaV, although I didn’t have the joy of meeting you here, since 19 DEC, I sense and see you. I AM thankful beyond words. Extra hugs to you and O’Neal. Dedicating this post to you, with all my love.