I Need A Hug!
My boy left yesterday and it will be two years before I'll see him.
No, I wouldn't choose winter for Kade to leave. Think of all he'll miss: building snow forts, decorating the Christmas tree, hanging lights, sledding down hills, late nights reading books under a cozy blanket, family dinners, Sage's birthday, Steve's birthday, my birthday. And what about Kade's birthday? No--I wouldn't choose Winter.
No, I wouldn't choose spring for Kade to leave. Think of all he'll miss: Easter Egg hunts, planting flowers, flying kites, watching our trees blossom, cleaning up the yard, birds hatching in the nest in our big tree, Brecken's birthday, Lagoon trip on Memorial Day, putting flowers on graves at the cemetery. No--I wouldn't choose Spring.
No, I wouldn't choose summer for Kade to leave. Think of all he'll miss: Our annual Lake Powell trip, lifeguarding at the pool, gazing at the stars, Stadium of Fire on the 4th of July, trampoline marathons, backyard campouts, bon fires. No--I wouldn't choose Summer.
No, I wouldn't choose fall for Kade to leave. Think of all he'll miss: the first football game of the season, carving pumpkins, hay rides, corn mazes, shopping for back to school clothes, dodgeball games, blockbuster movie on Thanksgiving, Collin's birthday. No--I wouldn't choose Fall.
Kade did leave us on a cold, smoggy winter day--January 20, 2010.
I thought I'd be an absolute wreck and would spend the next few weeks crying. I'm surprised at the peace and joy I feel. Yes--he's missing out on all the fun winter activities we will be having. But--he's spreading his wings and flying and there's nowhere I'd rather him be. I'm sure you all can relate when your children go off to school or away in the military or on a mission.
This past week I panicked. I was ironing all his white shirts when I had this weird thought . . .
Yikes--have I really taught my boy how to iron? So--quick lesson at the ironing board. (He did pretty good!)
Next it was doing everything we could as a family before he left. (The cute blond in front of Kade is our neighbor, Taylor, who has been a great "friend" to Kade.)
These were the last photos I took of my boy.
There were two missionaries waiting for Kade as we entered the missionary training center. We took his luggage out of the car, hugged him one last time and said goodbye.
He turned for one last look. And then he was gone . . .
Be strong and brave and cheerful, my boy. God be with you 'til we meet again--in the winter of 2012.
Just had to tell you about a big miracle. Saturday night Kade backed into Collin's date's car (the Preference dance I wrote about in my last post) while taking Taylor home (did I mention she only lives two doors down--it was too cold to walk!). I felt horrible and was sure it was at least $1,000.00 of damage. I called her mother the next day and she called back a few days later with amazing news. The dent was the size of a large grapefruit and was there when she went into church on Sunday. When she walked out of church a few hours later, the cold air had forced the dent out and the car looked perfect. Can you believe it!!! Wow! I've never heard of this before!
And--one more thing. Happy birthday to this sweet girl today. Sage is nine!
Thanks for all your love and support. I've felt so blessed to have your prayers on my behalf.
Sincerely,
Lisa
92 Comments:
oh my gosh...that just made me cry thinking of mine going.. he is only 11 and i am dreading it already. when they were born i remember thinking, oh no.. they will go on missions. silly, but true. he will spread his wings and fly. all will be okay. it will go fast.
love to you ..smooches. erin payne
Lisa,
You are so brave and strong. Thanks for the update and pictures. I so enjoy reading your blog.
Robin
When my son went to the MTC, I knew that my heart was never going to heal. It was one of the most painful, but joyful, days of my life. I was so proud of him, yet it hurt so much to know he would be gone for 2 years.
18 months later, he has a short 6 months left. It does go amazingly fast, and watching him grow has been such a rewarding part of the process. Having people from the areas he has served in call or write and tell us what a wonderful young man he is, is one of the greatest rewards I have felt as a mother.
The first day I went to church after he left, another mother of a missionary came up to me and said, "Welcome to the club. It's the worst and best thing in the world."
Hugs and prayers with you and your family!
Calli Saltmarsh
Ohhh Lisa!! I feel your pain, I know it, I have felt it and I relate to it soooo deeply!!!!
It is so difficult not to have that sweet boy you have raised all these years and enjoyed so thoroughly right there in the house with you and the rest of your family. I KNOW you thoroughly enjoy your children, you have raised them/him well and he will do such amazing things because of all you have poured into him. I know your momma's heart aches, it is inevitable....I can only say, He is God's child and God will go with him and take care of him. In the meantime, while you wait, you have my prayers!!! XO
Lisa,
I am getting tears just reading this. Although, we are of different faiths, I know how important the work Kade will be doing is. You should be so proud of the fine young man you have raised and that he has the courage to leave home for two years, to a new state, to do God's work, is awesome! My daughter will be leaving for college in August and I can't imagine a day without her, much less even longer. So, I will pray for peace, happiness and faith for you and your family. Happy Birthday to Sage too!
sending a hug.....
I wrote today on your last post. You've SO been on my mind. I miss him for you!!!
His adventure will be like nothing any of us could plan, still doesn't make a mom feel better.
Your are so strong~ glad you've been blessed with peace.
Happy Birthday Sage!!
Ada in Coastal Cali
God Bless You Lisa and your family. Kade looks so handsome and he is all grown up. You have been truly blessed!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful family with us, love you!
Kerri
I hope you are okay. I cried as I read your note here as I remember when ours left and I to felt that there was not a good time but I knew they were doing Heavenly Father's work and would be better for it as you know. It will be such an amazing time for all of you. Be strong you can do it.
God's blessing over Kade while on his mission and to you and your family. I think your all going to be ok.
Love you Lisa!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Awwww, man, Lisa...I'm in tears right now. Seeing Kade at the MTC...I am so happy for him. I KNOW what an IMPACT he is going to have on so many people on his Mission. I think of Elder Crandall and Elder Bezzant and how one cold, smoggy day or gorgeous sunny afternoon their parents took pictures of them as they were leaving for the MTC and how they had no idea that their darling, amazing sons were going to have such an INFLUENCE on this family in Maryville, Mo. and change their lives FOREVER. And how they were each going to be such a BLESSING to this family and how this family had been waiting for these young men ALL THEIR LIVES. Lisa, this is going to happen to Kade. He is going to find FAMILIES that are waiting that have been waiting all their lives to hear the Gospel. Kade is going to be that Missionary who touches so many...Miracles are about to happen...
Been thinking about you...spent Wednesday wanting to call but not wanting to interrupt such a special day either. So just know I'm thinking of you:)
Oh, and HAPPY BIRTHDAY SAGE!!!!!!!!!!!
Love,
Les
Lisa....I am smiling and teary eyed for you. We just got our son home from his mission, and it was one of the happiest and blessed two years of our lives...but I won't lie...it was also one of the hardest two years of our lives. We had no idea that we would miss him so much. We longed to hear his voice, to read his words and see his photos. We would hold our breath until the next contact from him. He came home stronger and better in every way...and we felt his growth and strength until he came home. You'll do great!
I am at work and I am TOTALLY CRYING!! What a wonderful post. I have two sons that I will be sending on missions in a few years, so I am putting myself in your place right now and am feeling your joy and your loss all at the same time. You have raised your son well and now he will remember what his mother has taught him. Just like a few other young men I know about many centuries ago who were also taught by their mothers. Just think about what he will be doing during the seasons now: this Spring he will be planting seeds. This summer he will be nurturing them. This fall he will be harvesting and hopefully by this time next year, some wonderful converts will be enjoying the fruits of his labors.
Lisa,
It is never easy to send your firstborn off to college, first apartment or in your case mission.
You will be amazed at the adult that they become. Good luck to Kade and best wishes to you and your family.
Debbie D.
When your child steps out of your home and into their own adventure, it's a big change. You are excited for them and sad at the same time. Just know that God is watching over both of you....Many blessings.
Hugs!
My prayers are with your family Lisa.
I hope the next two years are an amazing time for Kade! So anxious to hear of his experiences!
Blessings!
Sending you a hug! The Lord will most certainly mold this great young man to be even more than he could ever imagine! What a blessing serving a mission for the Lord truly is. Happy Birthday to Sage.
I have been wanting to text you to see how you are but I can't get it to text in CANCUN......where you should be. I have been thinking of you non stop this week. I wish I could drop in to give you a big bear hug. He will be the most amazing missionary. You are an amazing mom and person. I really wish you were here!!!!! Keep your chin up. I love you and admire you tons. Give Steve a hug from Jerry! :} Love you guys! So sorry we missed his farewell..... we couldn't pull away from our church stuff. It was a crazy Sunday that week for some reason....and you know the Bishop.....doesn't miss for anything! :}
Oh and Happy Birthday Sage! Love you!
Ah. Tears running down my face, thinking about you missing your son. But he's got some great things ahead of him, a true life experience. You've taught him well, he's going to be great. Just think of all of the memories he's making! Good luck, Lisa!!! :) Hugs.
Hugs to you Lisa and best wishes to Kade as he begins this new adventure. I'm sure he will be close to all of you in heart until you see him again. And, Happy Birthday to Sage!
*hugs*. Kade will have a great time on his mission !
I remember watching my brothers leave on their missions as My "dumb big brother" and come home as Men ready to take on their own lives. My heart is reaching out to you as I read and type. But Your family will recieve so many blessings while he is gone. Good luck and lots of love. Melanie Lloyd
The blessings you, your son, and your family will receive will highly out-weigh how much you are missing him! Enjoy the letters and photo's he'll send, and add them to an amazing scrapbook you will make to give him upon his return! Remember, he is doing the right thing - what more could a mom want? ~TanyaS
Lisa,
I have two brothers, and they both served a mission. The day that my older brother got into the MTC, I felt SO SAD, but one friend of mine told me something that I'll never forget, something that worked VERY well... She said: " well... he left today, so think that now there are 729 days until you see him again, instead of 730!!!
I know, 729 days is not the same than a week, or a month... but that helped me A LOT, It's a very positive way to see this two very important and unforgettable years for all of you, guys!!!
BIG HUGS for you and your family,
Karina
Question: so , who won yesterday? Who slept on his bed? That is so funny, I can imagine all of you trying to sleep on the same bed!!! :o)
Lisa,
I have two brothers, and they both served a mission. The day that my older brother got into the MTC, I felt SO SAD, but one friend of mine told me something that I'll never forget, something that worked VERY well... She said: " well... he left today, so think that now there are 729 days until you see him again, instead of 730!!!
I know, 729 days is not the same than a week, or a month... but that helped me A LOT, It's a very positive way to see this two very important and unforgettable years for all of you, guys!!!
BIG HUGS for you and your family,
Karina
Question: so , who won yesterday? Who slept on his bed? That is so funny, I can imagine all of you trying to sleep on the same bed!!! :o)
Oh Lisa, my heart aches for you and your family. What a precious boy you have there, and I know you are so proud of him. Though it's bittersweet, we has parents have to give our children both "roots and wings." You have given him great roots, and now even better wings. I have no doubt he will come back with amazing stories from this life experience. ((HUGS))
You will be the perfect missionary mom. Best of luck to him and your whole family!
Sending you a BIG hug! I was just thinking about this the other day...being a mom to a missionary is SO much different than actually being the missionary. Sure it was scarey, and exciting, but now I think about how much FAITH my mom had that I would be okay. (i went to Venezuela--they don't have north americans there anymore) I've talked to her since and she said she did put her trust in our Heavenly Father that all would be okay. I learned a lot and grew up A LOT, it really tested what I knew and helped me grow in areas that I needed. It's been 13 1/2 years and I wouldn't change a thing. I hope that I can be a strong mom when my missionaries go. You've trained your son well-- he will be AWESOME!!
oh, and WTG on the ironing...it's never to late!
Happy Birthday Sage!!
Lisa-I have tears in my eyes reading your post. I will keep Kade in my prayers. Sincerely, Colleen
Lisa, thank you for sharing such precious moments in your life. I have tears in my eyes and a prayer in my heart. Kade will be an amazing missionary.
Thank you for making me want to be a better person. Thank you for sharing your amazing spirit with all of us.
Consider yourself hugged. I had tears in my eyes thinking of how it feels to see your boy leave for two years. But just think how blessed you are to have such an upstanding young man and not a kid who's life is all messed up with drugs and crime. You're so lucky, Lisa. Love you.
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, these pictures of Kade!! Onward Christian Soilders!! Love you!!
Lisa,
Hello, so sorry this will be hard on you and the family. Just know that it's for a good reason and he's doing a good thing for himself and others. Surround yourself with friends and family for the next few weeks, keep busy busy. I love the pictures of him, so strong, handsome, confident.Happy Birthday to Sage, she has grown so much. I've never heard of a car doing that either, that's very lucky for all of you. Have a good week and give lots of hugs so you will get lots of hugs back.
My son is a Marine. He has deployed twice. It hasn't been for 2 years, but those long times away are hard. I missed him every minute he was gone. Seeing him after he got home was so joyous! I took so many pictures! It was a scrapper's dream event!!! Happiness, joy, love and lots of pictures!
May you and your family be blessed during the next two years! Big hugs to all of you from our little corner of the Salt Lake Valley :) Hopefully we'll get lots of hugs when we face this same thing in about 3 years. Godspeed, Kade!
Ok Lisa if you are not crying your eyes out I sure am. It's silly I know as I only know you from your Blog and CK Magazine but lordy you have weighed heavy on my heart this week and all I could do is pray for PEACE for you and your family. I have so enjoyed your family and scrapbooking inspiration over the years. I have no children of my own however I have a great Niece and Nephew that are growing like weeds and dread the day they spread their wings. Thoughts and prayers are still with you from North Dakota Donna
Lisa, I'm sure Kade will be well taken care of in Raleigh. He will miss the snow (I do too) but there's always hope that we will get an inch or two before the winter is over.
Best of luck to you, your family and Kade as this new adventure begins.
The best TV station here is www.wral.com if you want to see what's happening in the Triangle and the local paper is the News and Observer.
Susie Lavender
Lisa ~ Your blogs usually lift me, but have to say, this one was my favorite. Thank you
I'm so glad yesterday went well! My oldest just turned 18 and will leave in the fall for college and my "baby" will turn 9 on Sunday so I can only imagine how bittersweet yesterday and today were/are for you. Hang in there and the 2 years will fly by until you can hug him again.
Lisa,
I feel your peace, your love, and heartache of missing your boy. Mine just left for Chile on Monday after 8 weeks in the MTC. I had to laugh and could say Ditto to your blog...the feelings of not wanting him to leave at certain times, wondering if we have taught them to iron, bowling with the family right before he left (FHE) and the message under his picture as he turned around one last time. That is the same basic message I have under my son's picture on our blog. It is so nice to know that we have others out there that feel the EXACT same way we do.
I promise your first letter and the first phone call will be the best. Luckily you only have to wait 3 weeks for your call from the airport...I had to wait 8 (through Thanksgiving and Christmas to boot). Enjoy the time and the peace that comes to you. I have felt pure joy from my son serving and couldn't be prouder and I know you will feel the same.
Good luck and hugs coming your way.
Hugs and more hugs to you! :)
Lisa,
My son is in the MTC now too. He left Dec. 16, not only did we not have him at Christmas. But, they don't get to phone home at Christmas in the MTC.
Feel like my heart is walking outside my body, but there is no where else I would have him be. Having served a mission to Japan I know amazing things are in store. I know you served a mission too, it is different isn't sending a child out.
Anyways just want to congratulate and say I complete understand the mix of emotions that you are probably going through!
Much love and thanks for all you do to make life memorable for others,
Valerie
Sending hugs to you. I know you will miss your son like crazy, but take comfort in knowing that you have done a wonderful job preparing him to go out and spread his wings. Know that he carries his mother's love in his heart wherever he goes.
Hi Lisa - hugs to you from England.
I have twin boys of 23. At 18 they both flew the nest at the same time when they left to go to University - different ones I might add.
Like you, I thought it would be worse than it was, 'losing' both my beautiful boys at the same time, but I wanted them to get out there and experience the world - something their father and I have always encouraged them to do by travelling with them since they were 12 weeks old.
It's easier than you think, as you are finding out. Yes, there are moments when you miss them with all your heart - and I don't have other siblings to take up my time - but you also know that they are becoming men and finding their own way.
One of them took a 3 year degree course, worked very successfully in his chosen career for a year and has now returned to University to take a Masters Degree. His brother took a 4 year degree course, graduated and then immediately flew to Vancouver to begin a gap year in Whistler. He's having an amazing time and I am so thankful he is able to feel he can fly the nest. His brother hopes to do a similar venture when he graduates this year from his Masters degree.
All of our children will relish this time they have to become themselves. They will return, strengthened as adults, into families who love them and I truly believe in the following saying:
'Give your children roots and then give them wings'
Kade will be fine and, believe me, two years will pass before you know it.
Hugs to you.
Gilly
What a beautiful tribute to your son. As a mom of a college age son I know we are never ready for them to leave. Lisa, you are an awesome mother who has given him the tools he needs during the next two years. They will go by faster than you think. I admire him for his mission work and spreading the good news. Godspeed, Kade.
What a monumentous moment in motherhood! Before having 2 boys of my own, I wouldn't have thought much of two years of time going by, but I can understand now what you might be feeling right now! That's your baby - no matter how big he is!
But I know that you know that he is off doing the most wonderful thing he can right now and making memories that will stay with him for the rest of his life. He'll be so in love with the work that come the winter 2012, he'll be tearful and sad at those goodbyes (though you'll be more than ready to see him!)
Enjoy this special time of life - I'm sure God keeps a special eye on not only His missionaries, but on their mommas!
I am having anxiety right now just reading this post, we sent my brother on a mission two years ago, and now he just got home, first six months are the longest, and then it gets better. But now I have two little boys that I have had anxiety about them going on missions since I found out they were boys......good luck!!! HUGS!!!
Amanda
I can not even imagine not seeing my child for two years(though she is only 2:)...I hope that you and your family are able to make the time go by remembering all the wonderful things you have done with Kade and will do again soon! May peace fill your heart and soul!!!
Love,
Cathy
Oh my goodness, you just brought back some very powerful memories and feelings for me. Son #1 served in Cuernavaca Mexico from Oct. '06-'08 and son #2 is serving right now in Peoria IL (Dec. '08-'10) It really is one of the hardest things to do but so, so rewarding! First few months drag on but then you get into a routine and before you know it he will be home...SWEET HOME! :)
While raised in the church, I strayed for years, married a non-member (2nd marraige) and wanted nothing to do with the church...then last summer an extraordinary young man was sent into our lives! That Elder turned everything around for us and in October I was rebaptized, my husband baptized, and two weeks later he was able to baptize one of our kids. I never thought I would see the day. Your son will make such a great missionary! And as "our missionary" did for us, he will change the lives of many, I'm sure!
I can't imagine what you feel right now. Happy, sad all mixed together. Your son is doing a wonderful thing and before you know it he will be home with his family soon.
Happpy Birthday Sage!
HUGS HUGS HUGS!!!
You're a brave Mama to let go of your boy and let him fly. That can't be an easy thing to do. You're such an inspiration in the wonderful way in which you're raising your family. Thank you for allowing us to go along for the ride.
Love and Blessings,
Lori
I had tears for you as I was reading this, but look how excited he was, hope he has an awesome time and that the other kids keep you very busy over the next two years. Happy Birthday sweet Sage...have a lovely day.
I left my boy at the MTC on January 6...it was a tough thing but like you, I've felt tons of peace over the past two weeks and it's made it lots more bearable! I'm jealous you got a picture of Kade in front of the MTC sign. My son would have none of that...he's not big into letting me take his pictures anymore! Big hugs to you as you adjust to having a missionary!
I have twin daughters and the memory of leaving them at college that first time is one I can cherish now (12 years later but boy was it difficult then) as I found out that we did a good job as parents and raised 2 well rounded, polite, caring young ladies. I am sure you will see rewards in the days and years ahead. Congratulations on another step in parenting.
Way to go mom! I hope I do as well as you when my son leaves on his! :)
I am so excited for him. My mission was the greatest experience ever! He'll do great and love it.
A big hug, Lisa. I can't stop crying. Wonderful family.
Hey Lisa!
Email me!
etm(at)ida.net
I want to give you the name of a close family friend that entered the same day as Kade.
Maybe they can connect!
His Mom is one of my best friends and he and his Dad have been our home teachers for the past several years. Amazing young man. Him and Kade would hit it off!
Hugs!
kim rose
idaho falls
Hi Lisa,
Although I am not a mom, I can certainly understand your mixed emotions. Please keep in mind, though, that you & Steve have raised wonderful, moral, responsible children, and you should be very proud of them and yourselves, too. I have met you a few times, and your daughters once, and I know you have a wonderful, close family relationship. Congratulations!!
Are you REALLY not able to see him for 2 years? Can't you visit him? Does he get "vacation" time? I am not familiar with your faith, and therefore don't know the protocol with your missionary assignments. I thought at least you would be able to visit him a few times (or he can come home a few times) during those two years. If not, then that makes me feel even more sorry for you and your family! But, as others have said, you will be even prouder (is there such a word?) of him at the end, and he will grow in so many ways, not just spiritually. Be strong, and know that God is watching over him and will keep him safe.
Take care, and my best wishes to you all!
Leslie
Dear Lisa,
I love your pictures of Kade! He is going to be such a wonderful missionary! You have done such a great job raising him and preparing him for this experience (ironing and all). It will be so great to watch him grow and hear his stories of all the people whose lives will be blessed and changed forever because of his service.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Kade, and your wonderful family.
Love you so much!!! Lori C.
Dear Lisa,
I love your pictures of Kade! He is going to be such a wonderful missionary! You have done such a great job raising him and preparing him for this experience (ironing and all). It will be so great to watch him grow and hear his stories of all the people whose lives will be blessed and changed forever because of his service.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Kade, and your wonderful family.
Love you so much!!! Lori C.
You have a gift of "words." Brought tears to my eyes and a lump to my throat. Having a son...I can understand the sadness....Serving Jesus Christ as my Saviour, I can understand the peace....What a gift you have been given...in more ways than one.
I got a knot in my stomach reading your post. You can be proud of the wonderful son you and your husband raised. It doesn't seem like in now, but time does fly by all too quickly. Hopefully, these two years will too for you.
Being a missionary mom is great fun. You served a mission so you know what Kade is feeling. There is really no other place you would rather have your son at this time in his life. The funnest thing is when you talk to them on Christmas or Mother's Day that you use skype, so you can see each other while you talk. We talked to our son this way while he was serving a mission in Ireland and it was great! (It's free) Seriously, it goes by way fast. My son just got home in July and he is already married and starting a new life with his cute bride.
Kade is amazing and i only "know" him through your blog. What a great brother and son you have and what a great example he is to his siblings. He will be amazing out there! What an exciting time for him and sad but happy for all of you! I know one day I'll log onto your site to see that he is returning home and it will only feel like a few short months! Thanks for raising such a great boy and a strong member of the church!
Your post put a lump in my throat & tears in my eyes. How bittersweet this must be for you & your family.
Hugs & Prayers,
Laura from Indiana
Though I've never had the chance to meet you, Lisa, I do feel like I know you and your family because you are so open with us. My heart is breaking for you.
I am so thankful God is comforting you and giving you peace. I can only pray that I handle my sons leaving the nest with as much grace as you are displaying. God bless each of you as travel this new road.
Happy Birthday Sage!!! Wow!!! 9 already? Have fun being that great age, you precious girly- girl!!! :D
Hugs to you, Lisa and Steve...here's a funny thought...I'll bet Kade won't miss plum season!!! :)
The same God Kade is going to serve is the same God who will keep you strong during this time of separation.
I'm praying for you.
Brigitta
Sending prayers and thoughts to your wonderful family.
Not only will this be the best two years of Kade's life...but the best two years of your whole family's life...so many blessings and just look at how it's already started with the car dent "fixing itself"! Enjoy this time!
I can hardly see the letters because of your reason for what season you wouldn't want him to leave. So I have nothing to say other than I'm thinking of you and your family.
Dear Lisa,
Set your cell phone alarm for the day and year that Kade will be home. I set mine for my grandsons homecoming. Just remember all the lives that he is going to touch in the mission field. He had gone as a young boy missionary but he will be home as a strong wonderful man of the Priesthood. Love ya and missed you in the last CK magazine. Maybe someday you will be more involved with it.......Take care. Pam
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SAGE. I REMEMBER WHEN YOU WERE BORN. WHAT A BEAUTIFUL GIRL YOU ARE. IT IS FUN WATCHING YOU GROW UP.
GIVE YOUR WHOLE FAMILY MY LOVE.....TAKE CARE. PAM
FORGOT TO MENTION YOUR BIG DAY IN MY LAST POST.....
I left a comment earlier, but forgot to ask you to please wish Sage a very Happy Birthday!! I hope this is the beginning of the best year of her life so far!
God bless!
Leslie
Lisa,
God bless you. Happy Birthday Sage!! I want to know too, who slept in Kade's bed????? : )
What a fantastic picture of Kade. It has been amazing watching your children grow up. Happy Birthday Sage!
It would be hard to send a son (or daughter) off on a mission. There are times I wish I had a son to send. I do have a grandson, I only have to wait another 17 years for him to go.
{{{LISA}}} Big hugs go out to you and your family.
This is ultimately what we have babies for,to grow up to be fine and good and do the right things. I see the pride you have for Kade and all your children. I have the same for mine. G-D bless ***
Lisa:)
Happy Belated Birthday Sage and safe travels Kade. I know your mom is so proud of you and the young man you have become! Lisa to you and your husband, congrats on the wonderful job you are doing raising such wonderful kids who love the Lord. You both are amazing along with the village that is there to support and help you!!
Sending you big hugs from TX from someone who needs one for totally different reasons.
Hugs and blessings,
Diana
Lisa, your post brought tears to my eyes because my 18 yr old son just started college this past fall so I know how it is to "let go". It's awful and even though you know it's part of life, another chapter, etc it still isn't easy. I'll pray that the peace you felt will stay with you! =) Happy Birthday to Sage too!
Blessings and prayers,
Tammy in Michigan
{Hug} Hang in there.
Missionary work! It's the best! Good luck to Kade and your entire family these next two years!
Lisa, I kept hoping that my son would be the host for your son at the curb. He has been there 12 weeks waiting for a visa to go to Brazil along with 300 other missionaries. He is loving it and spreading his wings! About the car miracle. Those are called "mission miracles" and they happen almost daily. We had a city water main break. Our neighbors got six feet of water in their basement. The water came to the window well at our home but did not go in. The fence had a 14 inch water mark on it. It was nothing short of a "mission miracle!" I could go on and on...enjoy! Thinking of you! Trish
My kids are too young to say good-bye to them. But I have had to say good-bye to a husband when he went to Iraq. That was painful for me and my oldest boy (who was 4 at the time). So even though it isn't the same thing... here is a huge hug for you...
My son left 3 weeks ago--so I can totally relate to your post (especially the part about ironing--we had the same last minute lesson at our house). And I'm with you on thinking I would be a wreck, but have actually been just fine. Best wishes to your missionary and your family!
Hey Lisa,
Happy Birthday! My brother's birthday is today too!
By now I think you have had your first email day. We looked do forward to them.I planned my day around them actually. Getting the first one was so much fun. Have a great week.
What a neat blessing for Kade and your Family - He will reach many!!! It has been fun to watch your family grow up, Thank you for sharing your life with us!!!
I'm a little late, catching up on reading my FAV blogs, but I just wanted to say,
...Lisa, you done good. You raised a fine boy, and he'll come back to you,
a man.
xoxo
Lolo
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