Lessons in Parenting: Kids KNOW Heaven
September 2 was my dad’s birthday. He would have been 70! B and I sat and talked about him and his birthday for quite some time. She asked if he was going to be better to come for a party. I told her “No because he is in heaven.” Her concern grew dire “Who is going to sing Happy Birthday to him in Heaven?” I named the relatives he is with who will have cake and candles ready to celebrate up there.
As only a three year old could articulate “I miss Grandpa Beal. Is Heaven like Italy?”
I smiled, let out a little giggle and said, “Let’s hope Italy is like Heaven.” She was satisfied.
Lesson: Streets of gold and pearly gates may for some be great, but hilly vineyards of olives and grapes are our family’s vision of a heavenly fate.
No comments:
Post a Comment
Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.