This is the last night of Ragamuffin Week and what a wonderful week it has been. May I give you a small glimpse of each of these kids? They each have their own distinct personalities and what a joy it is to watch them grow up. Joel, 10, has a 40 year old soul. He is way beyond his years in many ways and has a grasp on spiritual matters that amazes me continually. He is very nurturing, especially to his little brother and cousins. Marco,7, is our quiet reflective one. He is very sensitive and tender. He also is such a little helper. You don't have to tell him to pick up toys, he does it all on his own and organizes everything in the process. He's always asking, "Can I do anything to help you, Nana?"Seth,5(6 next week) is our little one with Autism and has made such incredible progress, it's nothing short of a miracle! He is very smart and comes up with the most astounding thoughts. To see him struggle, work through things that come naturally to others, and come out on top just makes me so proud of him! Gus,5,is our little guy that simply oozes life to the fullest. He approaches everything with such enthusiasm that you can't help but get drawn in! He was blessed with a huge sense of humor and has that infectious giggle that makes you laugh just to hear him. Ana,3, is absolutely the sweetest little girl and loves to be loved on. When she smiles that bright smile and says,"Nana, you're the best"I just melt. She also has a lot of spunk and can keep up with all these boys at anything!
We are so blessed to have them in our life and are continually amazed that they want these two old folks around so much! I pray for them continually, separately and as a group. I pray for something different for them each week as a group. Sometimes it is for them to love the Lord with all their hearts, or to realize what wonderful parents they have, or for them to be obedient to those in authority. This week it is for their safety, as they are all in different places away from home. Individually, my prayers are very specific for each one. I will thank God for them til I draw my last breath. They are one of the greatest gifts we have ever been given by God.
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Carol, you are so amazing!! You are such a blessing to EVERYONE. Your grandchildren are so privileged to have you and Danny in their lives and so willing to do all that you do. I believe your house truly is a glimpse of heaven, the promised land, and fantasy island. Your grandchildren will cherish the memories that you're creating for them forever. I am blessed to simply read about it! Thank you for sharing your week. What a blessing to see God's love shine through you and through your grandchidren. Hope you all have a Happy Easter!!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Kim