A wonderful poem

I ran across this poem from one of my POLP's mom (Tonya) on her blog and facebook and thought I would share it. It fits so close to home now.


How God choses a disabled child for a mother-Erma BombeckShare Published in the Today Newspaper Sept. 4th, 1993

Most women become mothers by accident, some by choice, a few by social pressures, and a couple by habit. This year, nearly 100,000 women will become mothers of handicapped children. Did you ever wonder how mothers of handicapped children are chosen? Somehow I visualize God hovering over Earth selecting his instruments for propagation with great care and deliberation. As he observes, he instructs his angels to make notes in a giant ledger. "Armstrong, Beth; son; patron saint, Matthew. "Forrest, Marjorie; daughter; patron saint, Cecelia. "Rudledge, Carrie; twins; patron saint.... give her Gerard. He's used to profanity. " Finally, he passes a name to an angel and smiles, "Give her a handicapped child." The angel is curious. "Why this one, God? She's so happy." "Exactly," smiles God. "Could I give a handicapped child a mother who does not know laughter? That would be cruel." "But has she patience?" asks the angel. "I don't want her to have too much patience or she will drown in a sea of self-pity and despair. Once the shock and resentment wears off, she'll handle it." "I watched her today. She has that feeling of self and independence. She'll have to teach the child to live in her world and that's not going to be easy." "But, Lord, I don't think she even believes in you." God smiles. "No matter. I can fix that. This one is perfect. She has just enough selfishness." The angel gasps, "Selfishness? Is that a virtue?" God nods. "If she can't separate herself from the child occasionally, she'll never survive. Yes, there is a woman I will bless with a child less then perfect. She doesn't realize it yet, but she is to be envied. She will never take for granted a spoken word. She will never consider a step ordinary. When her child says "Momma" for the first time, she will be present at a miracle and know it! When she describes a tree or a sunset to her blind child, she will see it as few people ever see my creations." "I will permit her to see clearly the things I see---ignorance, cruelty, prejudice--- and allow her to rise above them. She will never be alone. I will be at her side every minute of every day of her life because she is doing my work as surely as she is here by my side." "And what about her patron saint?" asks the angel, his pen poised in midair. God smiles. "A mirror will suffice."

Trying to catch up

Since my last post it is has crazy with the end of school happening. For Taylor we have her 4th grade field trip to Jefferson City and we had a blast. It was a long bus ride with about 45 kids but we all made it. Then it was time for the 4th grade farewell party. In our school district elementary ends at 4th grade. We had t-shirts made up for the kids to keep. During the party we had tons of food and they all just got to hang out with NO RULES. The loved it. It was sad...I have known most of these kids since they were in kindergarten and they are all grown up. Taylor is now off to 5th grade at Fire Praire. I know she will do great.

We also had a end of the year party for Kaylie's class. The class has been together for kindergarten and 1st grade. She has one of the best teachers out there. Not only did Mrs K teach my daughter so much she is part of our family. I truly love her...she will always be a part of us. The party was really fun. Mrs. K read aloud a poem she did, it explained something about each of her students. Kaylie's read "Can read about any book". I am so proud of Kaylie is reading on a 4th grade level and is only in 2nd grade. It pays off to have an AWESOME teacher!!!

Jalinn and Hunter are doing great. Jalinn has finally figure out how to roll over. Of course, I was not home to see it. But she did do it again for me when I got home. She is growing up. Hunter is finally potty trained!!!!! No more diapers for him. He is doing so good. Jason told him that he is starts to go potty on the potty chair he can go hunting. Hunter is ready to go hunting now.

Now it is time to get ready for the big birthday bash on June 10th. With Taylor, Kaylie and Hunter's birthday being all in May, June and July we are having one big party. Can't wait for the party.