The Flowers of May Bloom in Our Hearts
It seems that I’m flipping the pages of our calendar much faster this year than the past two years. If you have been able to enter into “normal” life again, you may have noticed the days racing by, too. And to keep up with the pace, we’ve woven in and out of the holidays and holy days at breakneck speed. At least that’s what’s happened in our home. I apologize for not contacting you through this hecticness, but I’m putting on the brakes so that we can gather for Mother’s Day.
In the colder part of the year symbolizing some difficult times, we may have planted seeds hoping to see them push through the soil yielding new life in blossoms and moments that fill us with joy. Mother’s Day is one of those days that we reflect on both the seeds sewn in darker winter months and the ones that have produced treasured blossoms, lasting long after the petals have fallen to the ground.
Where are you in this process?
For our family, we have entered a season where life is blooming once again. While we miss both of our mothers–hubby’s and mine–we celebrate the love they gave us throughout our lives forming a basis for our own family. Sorrow mingled with joy!
Hanging in our laundry room by the exit door to the garage is another Mother’s Day flower. A banner printed in large lettering reminds each of us, “Life–What a Beautiful Choice.” I’m an adoptive mother of two wonderful sons, now grown and on their own. Because of another mother’s choice, my sons were given life and I was given “Motherhood.”
Now, we’ll celebrate the next stage of life as grandparents. In less than a month, I will become a grandmother for the first time. I joke that God has blessed me in my old age like He showered Naomi with Ruth and Boaz. Truly, this is a gift.
Our youngest son and his wife are expecting a baby boy this month. Did all the blue give it away? We are overjoyed as we enter this new season of life. One where flowers are blooming and God’s blessings are showered upon us. We are reminded of His word: “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.” Ephesians 3:20-21 NIV
I pray that each of you will discover a blossom of God’s grace, joy, peace, and comfort this Mother’s Day.
From My Heart to Yours,
Janis
Beautiful tribute on Mother’s Day
Dear Mary, thank you for your kind words and your sweet friendship. I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
From my heart to yours,
Janis
Thank you, Mary. Your words bless me. Have a Happy Mother’s Day.
From my heart to yours,
Janis
Janis, thank you for the beautiful reminder how much our mothers influenced us. Their love spilled over to us and then the next two generations. I miss mom and mother (my mother-in-law). They were such find examples of caring, nurturing and loving.
Thank you, Val, for your encouraging thoughts and the reminder of how a mother’s love influences generations to come.
From My Heart to Yours,
Janis
I love this and the scripture Ephesians 3:20-21. I’m so excited for you in this next season of life for you and Tom!!! There is nothing like being a grandparent!!! One of God’s greatest gifts to us….besides giving up His Son for us!!!
Thank you, Cecelia! I can hardly wait to hold our little grandson. Your words echo the wisdom of others who describe this season of life as the best. What a blessing from God to look forward to.
From My heart to Yours,
Janis
Being a grandmother is the absolute joy of my life. I know it will be an amazing blessing to you as well.
Hi Anthea,
Thank you for your encouragement! The journey thus far, preparing for our grandson’s arrival has been filled with joy! I can only imagine that holding and loving me will bring even greater joy.
Thank you for stopping by today.
From my Heart to Yours,
Janis
Hay there Janis, I’m so happy to see you. Congratulations soon to be grandma. And Amen Life is indeed a beautiful choice. Blessings my friend.
Visiting today from Remember Me Monday #3&4
Hi Paula,
Thank you for visiting here! Thank you for the congratulations on becoming a grandma soon. Yes, Life is a beautiful choice.
From My Heart to Yours,
Janis