Christmas 2009 is history – and with it are incredible memories of time shared with family and friends.
Every Christmas I write the Carey Family Yearly Review – a month-by-month recap of the year; a tradition since 2001. Although it takes me hours and hours to write, it is a gift that keeps on giving year after year. Each member of my family receives their own PERSONALIZED review with words of wisdom from the Father in Heaven.
Thank GOD for the calendar on my refrigerator and my monthly reviews – they hold the memories in great detail. If I had to “remember” all the details of 365 days, it would be a MIRACLE.
As I wrote this year’s review, my heart overflowed with memories that changed our lives – from the marriage of my youngest son to the engagement of my eldest son. My sons are not my little boys anymore – but my adult boys whom I cherish and love deeply. They are expanding our family with daughters.
I’m blessed to call them my friends as well as my sons. As a young mother I watched them grow in physical size and strength. As a mature mother, I now watch them grow in spiritual strength. Although the world tries to snatch them away, their faith keeps them close to the heart of God.
Children are GIFTS from God and we need to remind them daily how precious they are to us. We need to remind them constantly of God’s love for them – not just on Christmas.
It’s the little things that make our children feel important – thought of – cherished. And for this mom, it’s postcards. As an avid photographer, I use my photography as postcards to send special scripture reminders of how much God loves them. And you know, they receive them with love. Since they are truly personalized, they become keepsakes.
I’m blessed to have two sons – two precious gifts from God. Regardless of their ages, they are still my babies.
Christmas is over – a new year will soon begin. Add a new tradition to your Christmas to-do’s. Write a letter to your children – tell them how much you love them. Send them cards throughout the year – reminders that you are thinking about them. Two precious gifts that cost little, but are priceless.
From this mom to all moms around the world – SHARE YOUR LOVE WITH YOUR CHIDLREN TODAY. Tell them how much they mean to you – Tell them and SHOW them.
Nancy Carey
Author: My Sister My Hero Cathy Porter Ms. Wheelchair Maryland 2007
