Monday, March 22, 2010

My Grandma

I have mentioned before on this blog my love and admiration for my grandma, but her trip out to visit us in CA was especially meaningful to me.

Even with spring in the air, my spirit has been stuck in bleak midwinter. I have felt weary with life. Being with my grandma was such an encouragement. She is a flesh and blood witness in the crowd testifying to God's goodness and faithfulness. She is turning 89 this May and is still active and purposeful and learning. That is how I want to be in this dreary present when the light seems hazy and continuing on to each day that is set before me.

There is something very special about grandparents. I loved watching my kids with their GG (great-grandma). All three kids had instantaneous affection for her and were bright and bubbly in the warmth of her love.

Sweet Jelly Bean having a chat with GG in the Redwoods


We took a trip to the majestic Redwoods and enjoyed a lovely picnic lunch.


GG, Grandpa and the kids -- there was a bit of a glare as you can see from the expressions.


Family photo of four generations