What is one of your favorite memories? Why is it precious to you?
One of the fondest memories that comes to my mind is spending a sunny afternoon with my 90-year-old uncle and taking this picture together. That day remains special because we talked a lot about our heartaches.
Cascading illnesses and death in my extended family had threatened to overcome me. Within three years, I had said goodbye to six beloved members of my dwindling family. The tears kept coming, especially for my brother who died in his sixties from leukemia. However, God’s light always shown through when I remembered that all of them were enjoying the beauty of heaven and the presence of their God.
On one emotional day I pleaded with God.
“Please don’t let Uncle Miles die yet!
I can’t bear to say goodbye to one more person. Please give us more time together.”
Let me tell you what happened!
God heard my prayer and gave me six more years with Uncle Miles! Years that gave us a chance to build a deeper and sweeter bond, and a more honest, caring, and loving relationship.
When he entered heaven at 96 years of age, joy came first before sadness, because God had given me more time to love and be loved by my unforgettable uncle.
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