So its been a while since I have posted. I have so much going on in my life that its hard to find time for blogging. Since I like to think of this as a sort of "journal", I am making an attempt at starting to write again. There are so many things going on that I don't know where to start. So,perhaps I will start with what motivated me to blog tonight. My son Bobby posted something on my wall tonight that blew my mind.
He posted this : "Thank you so much for all the many things u have done for me and the memories will keep growing with all the things we do I love you and already can't wait tell u get back"
This is the first time Bobby has ever posted anything on my facebook to my knowledge. It really touched me. I sat back [probably with watery eyes] and thought to myself "thank you, Jesus, for restoring my soul".... If you have read my older posts, you know that I have quite a history that involves fatherlessness and a journey toward Jesus Christ that involves a lot of healing and restoration. Part of this journey involves an intentional focus on being the husband and father that my family deserves. This post marked a significant milestone in my walk. I try to do something specific with each of my kids. Bobby and I spend a lot of time going to gaming conventions and other things that interest him. He got in to football several years ago and within 2 years of this happening, I was the System Head for the Lake Washington Youth Football program. I went from not having any interest in football at all, to loving the game and engaging in any way possible to gain access to Bobby. This is one of many things I try to do to be involved in his life. You can listen to a lot of what we do at www.randomdazenw.com - this is our online podcast [another project that we put together as a team]. We have a lot of fun together and are definitely creating memories and a bond that will last forever.
I love that my son did this. It truly means a lot to me that I am having a positive impact on him and his life. Lord knows I have made so many mistakes in my life - none of us are perfect. Its days like today and posts like the one that Bobby did today that light up my heart for Jesus. Its evidence of God's work in my life.
Do You Have Eyes?
6 years ago
That is just awesome. Seeing that kind of thing pop up is beautiful Gary.
ReplyDeleteTo another point - it also puts meat to the notion that fighting or our kids hearts requires a long-game focus. Stuff like that sprouts from ongoing presence, not just a father-son dinner once a year.
Nice work brother.