My parents are incredible. The older I get, the more I realize this. I am amazed by how much they have sacrificed to raise us. Dad works long hours at a demanding and stressful job, and yet he never complains. He has always provided so well for our family. I have such fond memories of him teaching me to ski, going to the grocery store with him (we always got in trouble with mom for getting sugary foods), playing jail with us (freaking amazing family game, I know you're jealous), and so many other things. It has been a privilege to get to know him as a friend as I get older.
Mom is one of the hardest working people I know. I don't know anyone who could homeschool 7 kids. Every morning, she made sure we were dressed and at the table by 7:30 in time to eat and have family devotions. What a blessing to have parents who make teaching us about our Savior such a priority! One of my favorite memories of growing up is mom taking us on field trips to the library. We would spend hours pouring over books, then take a massive stack home. I still love reading :)
Every night, mom had (and still has) a delicious and healthy dinner ready...I used to complain about her lentil soup, but most of the healthy things I had to eat growing up are now some of my favorites! If I didn't know her, I would probably think she was crazy. How could anyone do all of that and remain sane?? But I have seen her in action, and I know firsthand how graciously and tirelessly she does everything. I don't know how she does it!
I love you guys.
Joyce darling,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the encouraging words. There are days (like today) when I need to hear that what I've done and am doing is not in vain and that I really am not an spoilsport, out of touch orgre. It has been my privilege and such a blessing to have a daughter (along with your rascally siblings) like you. To God alone be the Glory!
Ahh I echo your wise words above. I actually just sent them a text last week telling them that I have aperfect credit score due to the teaching and learning they instilled in me about finances :)
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