TREASURES ON THIS EARTH

I've been thinking about the things that really matter. I've been thinking a LOT about the things that matter.

When I listen to the news and all of the goings on in this world, I find myself enjoying just shutting all of that out and focusing on the many blessings that exist in my little corner of the world.

For instance, family.

Two parents for over fifty years that are two of the smartest, wisest people I have ever met. Mom can make anything edible, and has more determination about accomplishing goals than just about anyone I know. She has become "mom" to more kids in the town we grew up in, and has always held open arms to all.

Dad, my goodness, the one person that can make me laugh no matter what. He is wise, he has a soft emotional side, and loves to work with his hands.

They both relish in the fact that God has built a family out of all of us kids, and they lead with a great humility every day of their lives. We have been surely blessed.

My brother.....my baby brother..... Not so much a baby anymore, but a strong man, whom God has blessed with a wisdom that I don't even know if he realizes at this point in time. I so appreciate the ability that Mark has to have great discussions, and to be the man that his wife April needs.

My sister......my baby sister....(although I am sure she wouldn't want to be called that). A very smart, driven young lady, who I think could run the world if she chose to..... She brought two very precious daughters into the world, and they in turn have brought 3 very precious grandchildren to my sister's life. All I know is my sister is very wise, and has a great spirit of love that she carries with her daily.

As many know, she is to start the fight of her life this next week. I think if I were cancer, I would be very afraid, because she is an amazing fighter, and will walk through this with the strength that I know that she has.

The most important thing that I know, and our greatest treasure of all-the God that binds us all together. I keep thinking of that song "Bind us together, Lord. Bind us together."

We shall trust and walk daily with God to hold our family together through this next few years. I know He is faithful to hold on to us all.

What a great treasure.