Yesterday, December 5th, 2009, my great uncle Dale passed away in his bed at the nursing home.
My parents were at his bedside, comforting him, until his time to go came.
It's a sad time, but I can't help to feel a sense of peace and comfort, knowing that he is in a realm where he is waiting for my family to do his work for him.
His death has made me realize even more clearly that death shouldn't be such a sad time.
It is because we miss them, but we should remember that it doesn't end here.
Heavenly Father's plan is so much more than we can ever comprehend.
The knowledge we have here on earth is necessary for us to realize and be grateful for the time spent.
When that time is over, we continue our lives, and know that we will be with those we love again, in the eternities.
Rest in peace Uncle Dale, I'll see you on the other side. :)
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In this picture...please focus on the boy in the green shirt.
His name is Evan.
He is 12 years old and he has Autism.
Today was a very special Sunday for him, reason being, he was finally baptized into The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints.
This was such a heart-felt thing for me.
He has his ups and downs, but tonight I could really see Heavenly Father's hands at work.
He was ready to be baptized, and he was very mature and SO happy to finally have this done.
He is one of the funniest kids I know. :)
Congratulations Evan!
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Winter has BEGUN here in Iowa.
I love how it makes the ground all glittery and pretty.
Even though it is SO incredibly cold, it makes me so excited inside, I can't help but enjoy it thoroughly :)
p.s. This picture doesn't even do it justice...
I hope everyone is having the best and merriest Christmas ever! I truly feel the Chrstmas spirit this year. I understand the real purpose and what is most important during this time of year, a lot more now than I ever have.
