Saturday, August 20, 2011

My dearest God,

"What a difference a day makes, 24 little hours..." I remember that song. A day makes a difference especially in the life of one who has lived well.

I spent time with Sheila as she shared bits and pieces of her mother's life. For ninety one years Isabel was a carrier of mercy and grace. I listened and took notes to prepare for her memorial service, the reason for my visit home.

As I took in all the ways Isabel had been faithful to care for others, I thought of the number of lives she had touched, inspired, helped, and loved. Whether feeding tornado victims, caring for youth at 4H, singing with The Crescendos, aiding sick patients, encouraging weary medical personnel, leading girl scouts or the PTA, guiding youth as a church leader, or simply turning a negative into a positive, I was amazed at the ways she has been faithful.

Show us
the difference
we can make,
O Lord;
give us determination
to do
our part.
Forgive us
when we fail.
Nudge us again,
I pray.

Love, Andrea