First, of course, is my momma. I don't even have words to describe the blessing I have in her. She loves unconditionally, even though, especially in my case, it can be very hard. She listens and doesn't judge. Whenever I'm struggling through something, whether it be sin, relationships, or I'm just being grouchy, Mom always points me back to the gospel. That's the thing I love most about her. She never fails to say how great God is, how gracious he is to us. "There go I but by the grace of God." I love the way she and my daddy love each other. She takes such good care of him, and always listens, letting him talk about whatever he needs to. She understands Dorie, the hurricane, and knows how to calm her down and how she needs to be loved. She sees how much Elijah is like her dad, and does her best to provide him with the tools he needs to make his dreams a reality. And lastly, she laughs at all of Isaac's jokes, no matter how stupid, and takes care of all the scrapes, bruises, and bloody noses that little seven year old boys tend to get a lot. My momma is truly a gift from God to our family. And this only a little of what she does. If I told you everything, it would go on and on and on, and you would be completely overwhelmed and awestruck at the love she continuously gives to her family and others.
The second person is, of course, my grandmom. Grandmom is so strong, and seeing her rely on the Lord during the struggles of the past couple of years has encouraged me so much. She wouldn't have gotten through the hard days when Pop-pop was fighting cancer without God and she knows that. She carries a stack of index cards, all with verses written on them, around when she travels. Bible verses are all over her house. For the past week and a half, I've been working alongside her, planting vegetables and flowers, tilling, and cleaning. She never gives up, even when something is hard. Even when something discourages her, like her hot tub being cracked, she moves on. Grandmom misses Pop-pop. A lot. It's hard for her, because Pop-pop always knew what to do. He could almost always fix whatever was broken whether it be farm equipment or our toys. Grandmom misses him, but she doesn't let it keep her away from her children and grandchildren. During the school year, she fixed dinner every Tuesday night so Mom and Aunt Kiki didn't have to after a long day at CC. She loves on all of us in different ways and gives us opportunities to learn. She clings to God above all and encourages all of us to do the same.
And last, but certainly not the least, is my Bible study leader, Mrs. Asmus. I've known Mrs. Asmus for the past three years, give or take a few months. But especially this past year, she's been my second momma. Every Wednesday, she does a Bible study for the middle and high school girls from church and the surrounding area. This past year, I've been going about two hours early to her house because my daddy has choir practice. She always graciously welcomes me to her house and it's such a blessing to be able to sit and talk to her. I love making dinner with her for the rest of the girls. She loves on each and every one of us, calling us her own, her daughters. She encourages me by sending me texts throughout the week, Bible verses and words of encouragement. She's such a blessing in my life.
These three ladies all have pointed me back to Jesus many times. They've all loved me when I'm upset or angry or just being a grouch. They are truly gifts from God, not only to me, but to so many others. Happy Mother's Day. I love you. <3
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