As I look at my shelf here, I see so much that gives me great memories and inspires me to continue the efforts for my family, our relationships, prayers, etc. It’s really too much to process sometimes when I count the blessings of my ancestors, my parents, my wife, my kids, and the fruits of my labors. It’s a privilege to have them all, and I pray I can continue to provide for and enjoy them for years to come. I also pray for them as I rotate through my list each week as I go about my days.
As I consider how my watch collection has settled out, it reminds me of so much. My grandfather’s watch on the far left. I remember him showing me how to use the slide rule on it, him flying with it, teaching me to turn wood while he wore it, etc. On the far right, my retirement watch and realizing it’s basically the same watch acquired at about the same age as my grandfather. In between I have my fathers, my work anniversary one, and much more that each has special meaning. I recently reacquired the watch my dad was last wearing before he died too (that I bought for him). It will be on the shelf soon too.
But it goes further than that. I’m so blessed with my wife who loves me for much, who I love so much, our deep friendship over so many years, and the life we share together (Cyclones memorabilia). Andy’s handiwork burning his name in the wood and all the stickers representing all the time spent with my boys. The construction bucket, WD-40, and picture of my dad bringing me home when I was born representing all the time we spent together and all he taught me! The pictures of my ansestors reminding me where I came from and my Christian heritage I’m so thankful for❣️There’s more including the camera representing my engineering career.
Thank you Lord!!
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