A Time to Reflect

My family is pictured here at the ‘Rain Forest Farewell Party’ in Puerto Rico. What a shock to our system as we experienced ?ve days of temperatures at 82 degrees with a warm ocean breeze while our homeland (Georgia) experienced near freezing temps and even a morning of light snow!

We aren’t one of those families that vacations every winter just because we can. This excursion was hard earned from Bank of America by my talented husband. Just to brag on him a bit - Jeff’s production earned him a place in the top 10 of all of the Bank of America mortgage lenders! I couldn’t be prouder of him!

A month ago, Jeff and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary. Each year as we go through the ups and downs of married life and family life, I treasure each adventure because I believe God hand-selected my three boys just for me. Jeff is dedicated to our family and shows it in many, many ways.

Time away from the daily grind provides me the opportunity to re?ect on the blessings in my life. Wonder why it is we can think more clearly when God’s beauty engulfs our very being - when we let go of all the things we need to get done and just be. The beauty of the mountains is my favorite place to re?ect but the fact that we were on a small island far away from responsibilities and expectations caused my mind to shut down and truly relax. Ahh …………..

As I was sitting on the beach, watching my youngest son build sand castles and my oldest son and husband jumping waves on the wave runner, I had this deep sense of thankfulness for the fact that I have three men who love me very much. I caught myself consumed in Palmer’s world as he scooped up sand and packed it neatly into the side of his castle. I smiled as I heard Ashton and one of the kids he befriended sit behind me trying to outdo each other as to what tricks they could do on a skateboard. Both of my boys totally enjoyed the moment and all that it had to offer. I could learm a thing or two from them.

Sometimes, I get caught up in making sure the boys get their homework completed or their chores ?nished instead of marveling in their laughter, their imaginations, and their curiosity. I must remember their time with me is but a few more years. God has truly blessed me with two of the sweetest, most loving boys. Hugs from that shaggy -haired boy of mine were given freely during this trip and I cherished every one of them! No matter how many times Palmer says, “I love you with all of my heart, Momma” I’ll never get tired of hearing it!

Enjoy and appreciate your family! Until next time, Melony’s Re?ections