Day 16 – January 16, 2018
What an odd day today is …
Today is my oldest grandson’s birthday. What is still strange for me is another year passes and I will not see him. Due to some family issues, which were beyond my control, it is has been over 10 years since the last time I laid my eyes on or held him.
I remember that day as though it was yesterday. We were all leaving Bible studies that fall Wednesday evening. He wore navy blue slacks, with a blue and brown navy sweater, with a yellow and blue bow tie–looking as cute as a button, lol!!
At the time, I didn’t know it would be the last time I would see him. Weeks later, it was confirmed when his mom made it clear to my son and the family we were not going to see him again or be apart of his life.
At first I thought it was a bad script written from a B movie. The whole family was saddened and distraught, especially my son. Since that time, we made a few attempts to get the mom to change her mind, but to no avail. With nothing left but to pick up the ragged pieces, we managed to move on.
Sometime later–not sure if it were days or weeks afterwards, I prayed and asked God to forgive all of us for all wrong doings and sin we committed known and unknown. I asked Him to allow my son, my family and I to see my grandson again, regardless of how long it takes. I prayed He would shorten the time and not allow it to be a factor. I even asked Him to supernaturally give us a wonderful relationship with my grandson, as though we have always been together.
Happy Birthday Grandson!!! Wherever you are, know that YOU ARE LOVED. Nana misses you and will see you soon ….
Daily Reflections: God keeps all of His promises. We lie and manipulate to have our own way, but not Him. He is not like us. He is good, kind, merciful and faithful. I’ll take my chances with Him.
“God, rescue us from this time of trouble.”
“And may God keep His word, and bless you just as he promised.”
Paraphrased from Psalm 25:22 and Deuteronomy 1:10, 11, respectively (MSG).
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Gurls Talk’n 
This one made me a little sad. Can’t beleive it’s been so long…. 😢
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I started out feeling a little bit melancholy, but I remembered God’s promises are “yay and amen”. He made me a promise. I don’t care how long it takes—another 13 years—His promises are packed with truth, and faith and never, ever comes back to Him unfulfilled, Amen?
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Very good bitter sweet perspective….bitter sweet (the sweet refers to your insight and Trust with God)….I have experienced temporary situations..and it does dig deep..praise God that situations such as this …it is soooo wonderful you all are grounded in Him.be encouraged continually because their will be a day…
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Yes, I do have those bitter–sweet moments often. I’d rather the sweet only and throw out the bitter, but I am learning I need both in order to keep going ….
Thanks for your comment!
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