DEAR MOTHER

I received this letter from a Young Women lesson not to long ago. I'm not really sure why it hit me so hard, but it did. I have really been thinking about this little spirit I am carrying. What will this child be like? Will this baby have brown eyes and brown hair like Rylan or blue eyes and blond hair like Paislee? Will this child be soft and so caring like Rylan or wild and crazy like Paislee? There are so many different ways this child can turn out. I love to think about all the possibilities this beautiful spirit will have in this life time. It was a very big decision to have another child join our family. I pray every night for the strength and courage to raise these three children to return to our Heavenly Father. These last few months have been the most challenging yet. I am so thankful for a husband that works as hard as he does so that I can stay home with our children. I feel guilty on the days I wish I could just go to work and not have to deal with my children, a dirty house and laundry. Then I remember how much I did miss when I was working. I love my family so much and count my blessing everyday. It took us a long time to get where we are and I am so thankful for the gospel and what joy it does bring into our lives. To know our Savior lives is such a blessing. Anyway here is the letter I wanted to share.

Dear Mother,

You probably don't remember me. It has been some time since we have seen each other, and I do miss you so much.

I still think about the day I chose you to become my mother! What a wonderful time that was! I knew how lucky I was to have found someone who would be a member of the Savior's Church, and could provide me with an eternal family. You, Father and I knew that being together again was what we wanted more than anything. We promised to do everything we could to make sure we would be reunited.

Since our family depends on the choices you and Father make on Earth. I have been eagerly watching you since you left. every time you laughed, I laughed with you, and when you cried, I tried to give you a reassuring hug. I have seen you walk the right path, and cheered when you made good decisions, and called out directions when I have seen you stray.

Mother, I can't wait to put my arms around your neck and tell you how much I love you! I try each day to tell you, but sometimes I know you don't know I'm there.

When you feel down or think about making an unwise decision, please remember that your children are cheering you on. We want to be with you forever, but we can't make that decision. It is up to you and Father. We are watching him, too, and we look forward to your meeting. We are depending on you to keep us together forever.

I will be with you always, mother. Until we meet again, know that your child loves you.

Sincerely,
Your Future Eternal Family