Those were the days.

Remember when your kids were all small and running around the house. How wonderful to hear the sounds of their laughter and even their tears. The house was full and warm and there were so many things to do. Now they are all grown and gone and the house is quiet. From time to time we talk on the phone or visit through the internet, but it is not the same. What a blessing it is when they all come to visit for some holidays or when you can visit them in their homes. Now there are grandchildren. They, too, are growing up so fast. It seems such a short time ago they were just babes in arms and now they are teaching, attending college, driving their own cars and giving ballet and music recitals. Life goes on and the the cycle continues. God has blessed us with families. There is no other place where the love of God is so evident. We should all be thankful to the Lord for his gift to us. This Christmas be sure to tell those in your families that you love them. That love will go a long way.