2007 Week 35
Hey mom — look familiar?
Alec has only been riding a bicycle for a few weeks. Saturday he was following his brothers to the park, and got out of control going down a hill. I was a bit older when I did the same thing (was that the first or the second time?) There’s still some concern that he may have a more serious injury with his arm — that after a broken hand last fall and a broken arm last spring. And just in time for school…
Yes, Caleb, Trent, and Alec will finally be starting back to school this week. Soccer practices started two weeks ago, so we’re getting back into the full swing. Kim and crew went to help out with Caleb’s and Trent’s teachers to get their classrooms ready. Caleb has his first male teacher this year, which is exciting for him.
Congrats to my parents on reaching 38 years. Sure, I understand more all the time that they are not perfect, but I certainly respect them for what they have done together. Almost 12 years already for me and Kim — I think we’ve done lots of good stuff together so far together, too 
To conclude, I’ll pass along a thought from Bishop Foster this morning, taken from 2 Timothy 2:2 –
And the things that thou hast heard of me among many witnesses, the same commit thou to faithful men, who shall be able to teach others also.
The point he shared is that in our ministering and administering, a big part of our duty is to “teach others also” and “commit … to faithful men” that they may also be engaged. Many things are easier and most quickly done when we do them ourselves. But we are expected to work with and through others, that we all benefit from the chance to serve and learn from each other. I certainly see that as a stumbling block for me, in my personal and professional life, as well as serving in the church. As I’ve heard it said: we have to allow others to grow on our time.
September 3rd, 2007 at 8:12 am
So sorry that I did chuckle at Alec’s expense. Yes, it did look familiar. That poor little boy, and his arm again?!
September 3rd, 2007 at 8:23 pm
Oh, poor Alec! That is so sad! I remember, Jeremy, when that happened to you, and oh, that is just awful! Hug and kiss the little one, but very delicately! I hope he mends quickly. So sad!