And a little child shall lead them...

Tonight while sitting down to read stories with Sophie, I was reminded of how simple life can be if you look thru a child's eyes.  She was asking me about heaven and David and I had to search my heart to put what I believe into simple thoughts that she could understand.  As I did that, I realized that in doing so, I had found a measure of peace in a place where moments before had been only heartache.

Saturday was one of the hardest days I have ever had... and the following days have only been marginally better.  It was horrid finding out that my sweet brother David was killed while camping. After helping 2 men jumpstart a car, one of them came to join my brother and his friend around their campfire. Then for reasons I don't know or understand, a gun was out, shots were fired, and sweet, kind, caring, loyal David was shot and sent to meet his maker.  In the hours following I have felt a tidal wave of emotions. I have felt sorrow for a life cut short.  I have felt anger about another's choice. I have felt numb when I don't want to feel it anymore. And I have felt guilt coupled with envy that others knew my brother so much better than I did.


A friend brought me a note today.  In it she wrote some things that I am going to cling to and try to understand.

"Christ's atonement is infinite and it gives to us power each day of our lives.  Power to take one day at a time - Power to take care of our homes and our families - Power to smile - Power to cope - Power to sleep - Power to hope - Power to heal - Power to forgive - Power to serve others - Power to live!"   -RAE