Clay in the Hands

Today is a day of mourning for my family.  My dad was born number six of seven children.  Last year we lost the first of his siblings, an older brother.  Today we bury the youngest – the only girl.  I have the humble privilege of officiating the ceremony and I must say it is an unspeakable honor to stand before my family and lead them to remember the unforgettable life of my aunt.  She fought valiantly for over 10 years.  She fought MS and cancer and never gave up.  She will be missed and the memory of her life and the impact she had will be cherished by all who knew her.

But behind the scenes to the last was my cousin, my aunt’s daughter.  Kim, you are the example of a loving and faithful child.  The way you cared for your mom to the very end put a smile on God’s face.

I can only hope to be a fraction of the person you have been if I am ever faced with that situation.  You are an inspiration!