First and foremost, I’m sorry it’s taken me three weeks to write a blog. I have been spending time with the amazing people of Colombia. We love our hosts here.
Grandparents are amazing. I felt the call to let my grandparents know just that when I had my Mom mail them this letter.
“Today we had a prayer session with the elderly people of the church that we are working with here in Colombia. They were so wonderful and wise. It made me miss both of you so much. I started crying while they were telling us their stories because I long to sit and hear yours.
I realize that in the past I have been very self-centered. I just wanted to come visit or call you when it was convenient for me. However, I didn’t really stop to consider what would be a blessing to you. I always thought about what would be best for me. I sincerely apologize. I apologize for never asking about your stories. I apologize for always saying I was fine instead of actually telling you what I was struggling with. I thought that you would worry about me or wouldn’t be able to help me. I realize now that I should have let you share in all of my disappointments as well as my successes because you always had wise advice to offer.
I want to make up for lost time now. I want to know about your lives. I want to know more of your personalities, other than just being my grandparents. I want to be a blessing to you and not just another family member. I want to just sit and spend time with you. You have always been so wonderful and loving to me. You have provided me with everything I wanted and more. You have cheered me on every step of the way. I appreciate both of you more than words could ever say.
I admire you so much. Through all of your trials, you have stayed together and served each other. I can see the love that is between you both. You have worked for everything you have and are people of such character. You have been amazing role models to me. I love you both so much.”
Our family can either be a blessing or a curse. Mine has been such a blessing. If yours is too, you should let your loved ones know.
Ciao from Colombia,
Jessica
