This Too Shall Pass

Over the past week I’ve been ruminating over the pumpkin pie, the turkey and the dressing while trying to gain some prospective about the house full of children, grandchildren and general commotion.  It was wonderful to see the out-a-towners but I had forgotten how explosive and volatile the situation could get when the number children reaches its critical mass.  I cannot get the picture of my son (father of three) out of my head…that picture of him with that shell-shocked look and the “will this ever end” expression on his face. 

A week later, now that the quiet and calm has returned I can answer his question.  The answer is “Yes”.   Yes, all children grow up.  Yes, all of that energy and drama is redirected.   And yes, I know this for a fact because you are the proof.   

Thank you, Lord Jesus,

For all my wonderfully bright, gifted and talented children. 

Thank you, Lord Jesus,

For all of their wonderfully bright, gifted and talented children.

For all of whom I have much affection.

Please keep them pointed in Your direction.

Amen