Wednesday, January 13, 2010

My friend, Colleen, sent this awesome quote!  I love it, so I thought I would post it here.  Colleen, when you get a minute, let me know who said it / where you found it.  THANKS!
  • When, for the moment, we ourselves are not being stretched on a particular cross, we ought to be at the foot of someone else’s—full of empathy and proffering spiritual refreshment. On the straight, narrow path, which leads to our little Calvarys, one does not hear a serious traveler exclaiming, “Look, no hands!” (See 1 Cor. 10:13.)
I love that thought, "when we ourselves are not being stretched on a particular cross, we ought to be at the foot of someone else's".  I've been so blessed to have so many people at the foot of my cross.  I really have been overwhelmed by the offers for help.  My house is clean, my laundry done, we have plenty of food in the fridge, the kids are happy and cared for, carpools are covered on the days I just can't do it.  Honestly, I have all that I need and more!  People come in to take care of the kids and want to know what I need done in addition to that.  I often have a hard time thinking of other things that need to be done!  Having everyone come together like you are is really amazing for me to see.  I feel like all I can manage right now is my cancer, and everything else is covered, thanks to all of you. 

Thanks to Krista who came today to take care of the little kids.  We had a good long talk, but she also made sure the bottles were washed, the kitchen was taken care of, the toys were cleaned up and I got a nap.  She's a great friend and I'm grateful for her and others in our old ward who have volunteered to come help out.  Thanks to Heather as well, who kept the kids at her house after Krista needed to go.  That meant I could go to a parent meeting at the kids school this afternoon, and not have to worry about carrying the baby in with me and keeping Brooklyn entertained.  It also meant I could meet with some teachers about missing homework assignments that noone knows anything about (sense the sarcasm?).  : )  We got it figured out and brought the assignments home so they can be completed tonight.  Anyway, I am very grateful to all of you for the contributions you make for me and my family!  Love you!

3 comments:

Christopher R Jensen said...

Kim, the quote is taken out of the second talk by Elder Maxwell. I just loved that thought and it struck me as very appropriate in your current situation. I'm so glad you enjoyed it and shared it for all your helper/friends to read and know they are appreciated.

Love ya tons!

Colleen

Paparazzi Boutique said...

Thanks for sharing. That's got to be one of my new favorite quotes. I am learning so much seeing your grace through all of this. You are such a beautiful woman.

Kim said...

Thanks Colleen!

Jennifer, do you live in Bountiful? Heck, we should hook up! : )