It has been a while since I've shared my experiences with my favorite senior couple.
The funk I have been in has caused me to neglect them a bit, which I hate. That is pure selfishness on my part too. I hate it because I always feel better after spending time with them. Not because of anything I do for them, but for what they do for me.
In case you have missed my posts before, I love this couple dearly. It is the closest thing I have ever experienced that could ever be comparable to having a healthy relationship with family and I am incredibly thankful for it.
Tonight we were privileged to celebrate "Mama's" birthday with the family. We celebrated her husband's birthday a couple months ago, which was equally as wonderful.
As we sat around the table listening to the stories of travels, teaching and life, I found myself in the middle of a big belly laugh...only one of the first in months.
This reminded me of one of the very first things I learned from this couple and had obviously forgotten the past few months. With love, there is nothing that is insurmountable and humor keeps life in a healthy balance.
It was refreshing for me to be among a family who shares so much love for one another, reminding me what a healthy family looks like.
Probably the bigger thing I was reminded of was the love I have for this couple and the love they offer in return. I have never, EVER, been treated like "just one of the family" in the way this couple treats me. I never thought I would ever feel that.
Anyone who knows me would tell you that I'm not much of a hugger. However, a couple sweet hugs from such a wonderful woman tonight did so much to soothe my aching heart.
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