Let me as oldest member of this large family give you my input. I was hoping for the next generation to do this job, but so far they have not. They should. They all know how to type and their mother tongue is English, a real advantage.
Albert and I married in August 1966. Therefore we have been married longer than most of you have lived. During our marriage the Lord richly blessed us with 5 children, who can all tell you about themselves and their children. For the Lord has blessed them beyond measure too.
The years passed Opa and Oma’s lives have been joyous years in which we could enjoy early retirement. They have also been marked by health concerns regarding Albert. He had 3 stents put in exactly one year after Oma’s death. He had heart surgery and a decline in mental abilities.
Throughout this the Lord continued to bless us with more grandchildren and generally a good time together. When Albert knew that Hank and Michelle were expecting a baby, he prayed for that little one before and after every meal and before he went to sleep. Yet, he does not know her now (she just turned one) and she will never know him and that is our family’s grief.
During Albert's decline at home, the Lord made a Christian day program available at the Salvation Army. When the time came that he needed more care the Lord again provided a place for him. He is very happy at Shalom Manor and generally takes part in most activities.
Personally I am blessed with good health and generally have a joy in life. (Except on hot days)
I would like to end with the one thing I have learned in life and that is to always count your blessings and to think the Lord’s thoughts after Him. When you do that you will see a beautiful pattern develop in your life and see the Lord’s hand in everything.
May we have a wonderful time together.
Liz
Albert and I married in August 1966. Therefore we have been married longer than most of you have lived. During our marriage the Lord richly blessed us with 5 children, who can all tell you about themselves and their children. For the Lord has blessed them beyond measure too.
The years passed Opa and Oma’s lives have been joyous years in which we could enjoy early retirement. They have also been marked by health concerns regarding Albert. He had 3 stents put in exactly one year after Oma’s death. He had heart surgery and a decline in mental abilities.
Throughout this the Lord continued to bless us with more grandchildren and generally a good time together. When Albert knew that Hank and Michelle were expecting a baby, he prayed for that little one before and after every meal and before he went to sleep. Yet, he does not know her now (she just turned one) and she will never know him and that is our family’s grief.
During Albert's decline at home, the Lord made a Christian day program available at the Salvation Army. When the time came that he needed more care the Lord again provided a place for him. He is very happy at Shalom Manor and generally takes part in most activities.
Personally I am blessed with good health and generally have a joy in life. (Except on hot days)
I would like to end with the one thing I have learned in life and that is to always count your blessings and to think the Lord’s thoughts after Him. When you do that you will see a beautiful pattern develop in your life and see the Lord’s hand in everything.
May we have a wonderful time together.
Liz
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