Today was a little hard. I had to say goodbye to all the primary kids I have been with for the past six years. But then I came home from church and received a wonderful gift. My friend Jen sent me this email. She is the mother of six and a so VERY amazing mother. I am a better person for having known her.
NOTE: I am sharing this not because I want everyone to know that someone thinks I'm fabulous but because....
1 - I was very touched that she would do this
2 - I will not save the email. Or write in my non-existent journal (can I still go to heaven?) Or place it in my non-existent scrapbook. This blog is my scrapbook and this deserves saving.
3 - I've decided that I am perfectly happy with the friends I have in life and have no intentions of making new friends in Oklahoma (except the exterminator). When I'm feeling a little lonely, I will just pull up this post and feel loved.
Bliss--
We left for Idaho before you go back from your vacation and we won't be back before you leave.
I love you and will miss you so much.
These are the top 10 things that i love about you...
1. You are a GREAT friend. I have learned so much about charity and friendship by watching how you develop sincere relationships with so many people.
2. You are a DO-er. I love that you are not afraid to put your dreams into action.
3. You are a GIVE-er. You are always serving others and giving thoughtful gifts.
4. You are LOYAL.
5. You have a great sense of FAMILY. I know about the lives of many of your extended family members and they are close to your heart and home.
6. You are REAL. It is so refreshing to talk to someone who just is real... not always trying to seem perfect. you have a great life, and problems like the rest of us and you're not afraid for others to see that you are real.
7. You're fun to talk to. No matter how long it's been I can always talk to you and feel connected quickly.
8. You're a great MOTHER. I learn so much from you. I want to do more fun things with my children because of you. I think you have been a great example of a faithful mother in Zion.
9. You are a SEEKER. You are constantly seeking wisdom and knowledge, and you know a lot. I love smart people who are constantly learning.
10. You serve others. I'm so grateful for your example of charity. Because you know many people you love many people. I always felt like I could call you if I needed you and I was amazed at all the good things you do each day for other people.
Thank you for being a sweet friend and example to me.
I love you and I hope we will be friends forever.
Keep in touch!
Jen
9 years ago
2 comments:
Oh my goodness, I love your friend Jen! She said all the things that I think about you all the time, but have never said! Her list made me cry! Then I went to her blog and cried some more because she seems like such a wonderful mother! You will be missed in Lubbock because all of those things are TRUE! And you are also missed in Smithfield. You always touch lives as you will in Edmond! (More than the Exterminator)
My wonderful daughter....she is an example to me....I can't wait to move to Edmond to be near her and her family. Tammy you are right she will make lots more friends than just the exterminator man....you know her well.
Bliss I will be your friend...
Mom
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