I was inspired by my pregnancy with Eli to start this blog. I have not lost that inspiration, motivation, or desire to write, but lets face it...being a parent is time consuming (and an honor) to put it best :)
I wanted to dedicate this post to some amazing people we have in our lives that inspire us on a daily basis for their drive, strength, faithfulness, passion, steadfast love, patience, understanding and most of all love. Jared and I walk our marriage together as one, through trials, in difficult times, and in joyful, exciting times. A difficult time that comes each year in our marriage is the month of April we work hard to make it joyful and a celebration when we can. We had no idea two years ago the trial we would face with losing Jared's mom Sundra on Easter Sunday in a very abrupt, unexpected way. We are faced each day/year with the wonderful opportunity of celebrating Sundra to the best of our ability not just on Easter Sunday in remembrance of her passing but each and every day. She is an inspiration, always in our communication, in my teaching, in Jared's relationships with people and especially with Eli. She inspires me to reflect on the little details, celebrations, and love I can demonstrate to others through gifts of time and homemade baked goods. Her cookies and cakes were the best! She has inspired me to write tonight...There are moments in life that take your breath away, leave you in silence, and encourage you to reflect on the MOST important aspects of your relationships here on earth. That for us was one of those moments. I (beka) will never forget that exact moment...the world froze, it felt surreal, it took my breath away, it was a pain like I had never experienced in such a real and frightening way. We held so very tight to those we did have here with us and still do. So in honor of her second year spent with HIM above I am inspired to tell those around me my appreciation, love, and desire to give support and encouragement when and where I can. If you are reading this I hope you know that I love you for what you have given me, shared with me, and taught me in our relationship and friendship. I hope I have in some way done the same for you, even if for a fleeting moment in time.
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| This is our Sundra Rainbow :) She is riding with Jared's dad in the gray pickup behind us. We didn't know it would be one of the last times we would see her. We love you Sundra! |
My hope is that we inspire Eli to share his love with the world around him and that we have the strength and inspiration to share his Grandma Sundra's love with him on a daily basis and especially around Easter and the month of April. We are planning some extra special family and friends time this weekend with Eli for his first celebration of Easter Sunday and his Grandma Sundra! Enjoy this beautiful time of year with your family and in honor of those who walk before us.
Enjoy Mr. Eli chatting it up on the video below :)
With love & laughter
Beka, Jared & Eli
