thoughts...

So, my baby turned 1 yesterday. I think that means he's officially a toddler. I'm not completely sure how I'm supposed to feel about that...I am excited to see Luke grow and learn, but I find it a little intimidating that, as his Mother, I am responsible for his healthy growth and what he learns (good and bad).



On another topic, I sat is church today listening to the lesson. It focused on the attributes of Christ and our emulation of those attributes. I truly felt peace as I listened. We ended with a favorite hymn, "I Know That My Redeemer Lives". As is often the case, I sang with heartfelt voice through the second verse. As the third verse began, I was so overcome with emotion that I was only able to hum and ponder on the words is the song. Specifically the words of the fourth verse stand out, "He lives! All glory to His name! He live, my Savior still the same. Oh, sweet the joy this sentence gives: I know that my Redeemer lives!" This phrase is repeated as the melody changes. I have always found it difficult to put words to my feelings; but the simple words to this song seem to be exactly how I feel. I have played the piano since I was 8. This song is one that has always been a part of me. As I played a beautiful arrangement of this hymn at a friend's church I was again, overcome with emotion and the overwhelming feeling of gratitude that comes with knowledge. One thing for sure, I can never deny my knowledge of my Redeemer, Jesus Christ, and His love for me.



Well, having said all that, I hope I can share my love of the Lord with my son, Luke. Sharing my knowledge with my child(ren?) may one of the most difficult things for me to do verbally. I am coming to realize that I can share this knowledge through the musical talent I have been blessed with. In this way, I hope to give Luke the security of knowing that he is loved by earthly parents, as well as, a Heavenly Father and His son, Jesus Christ.



Going back to Luke's birthday, I'll share a few pics - he really dug into the cake!!