I had the most wonderful time today. I spent it at the Houston zoo with all three of my children and all five grandchildren! It was the first time we had all of them together at once. We even managed to take a picture together. The only ones missing were my two sons-in-law due to work commitments. But I’ll take what I can get.
It was such a blessing walking around the zoo with our adult children and their children, watching the cousins excitedly interact with one another as they pointed out all the different animals and climbed on the playground equipment. Although they rarely see each other, they quickly got reacquainted and had such a great time together today. My heart is full even as my knees and back throb from the exhaustion of walking around and lifting the little ones from time to time.
I am incredibly proud of my children as I watch them with their kids and I am so thankful for them. God is so awesome for giving me three wonderful blessings. I could not have asked for anyone better. I love each and every one with all my heart and I love every moment I spend with them. My grandchildren are an extra special honor and blessing to me and it is such a joy to see them laugh and play.
A week of my vacation has gone by and it has to slow down. It is going by way too fast! That is a sure sign of having a great time. Thank you, Lord, for blessing me so much!
Psalms 27:3 (NLT) - “Children are a gift from the LORD; they are a reward from him.”