Is this what Heaven might be like for me? Snuggling a beloved baby, whose precious sleeping face is resting on her Grammy’s shoulder? I sometimes think so.
Of course, I realize that this is only the sort of Heaven a mere mortal's brain would conjure up. Being in the presence of Our Lord, seeing the glorious Beatific Vision, is reportedly something so incredibly beautiful, so awesome, that it's beyond my feeble human ability to imagine it. I hope to see it when my life on earth is over. God have mercy on my soul, let me see it!
But in the meantime, there are infinitesimal glimpses of Heaven here in this earthly life, I believe. And mine do look like this.
By the way, these photos were taken by my daughter-in-law as we sat on the couch together while the baby’s big sister napped, re-watching “Downton Abbey” and passing that little angel back and forth. The new mom has been very generous with that darling baby of hers, sharing her easily with me when I know how attached she must feel in this early stage of her daughter's infancy. I have the best D-I-L's, truly I do. I always hoped that our boys would bring us lovely young ladies to love like daughters, and did they ever.
I saw this X or IG post recently and thought I'd share it here; it's a must-read if you are raising a son who might take a wife someday. It's perfect advice for any Boy Mom.
You too might have a slice of Heaven here on earth, when your son marries, if you heed those wise words!
SO Sweet, totally Heaven! Happy Valentine's Day!!! Also, please be kind to my friend who looks amazing for a Grammy of 23. (Definitely not old.) I am sure your Grandma loved holding you just like this once upon a time.
ReplyDeleteThat is my idea of Heaven too! Enjoy every minute of that sweet newborn goodness.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful! Congrats on a new darling grandbaby. I missed your last few posts but now i see we are both busy with babies! (We found out we are expecting twins at age 43!) God is so good to us here, what will heaven be like.
ReplyDeleteMost definitely heaven on earth!! 💖💖💖
ReplyDeleteHello! Laura, would you consider doing a post about navigating how to be a supportive mother-in-law? Please feel free to keep it general! I am a mother of (yet unmarried) teenage sons. While my sons picking lovely Godly women seems the biggest key, I sometimes worry my good intentions will be misconstrued. I watch my friends MIL try so hard to bring meals or clean or watch children and they are sometimes perceived as overbearing or intrusive. It seems like open communication and offering help is key. And not being offended if offer is declined. I would appreciate your experience so much!
ReplyDeleteI would love to hear Laura's perspective but i can offer a word for you to tuck away. I married into a family with all boys and a very proactive mother in law. Early on when we were learning to know each other, i asked my mother in law if she could offer help but also ask "is this helpful" and "what can i do to help". I appreciate all her help so much and we couldn't do it without her! But i also really love when she asks what i need without assuming.
DeleteGreat post. Looking forward to reading more. Thanks for taking the time to write this.
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You are living heaven on earth, in God's light and joy!
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