Tuesday, August 2, 2011

Heaven

There was a party in Heaven on Sunday.

A huge party.

Complete with baseball games and IronMans...

Chocolate bars slathered in peanut butter and pepperoni sticks dipped in vanilla frosting...

Funny jokes and great big hugs...

A great big party.

Jesus called my brother home and while my heart feels broken I cling to truth and promises. I cling to my Father. I hold onto the joy in knowing my brother is now whole. Healed. Strong.

And oh, how I miss him.

And then, Sunday night, the party grew.

Brenton thought Heaven sounded heavenly. He wanted to go there when he died too.

My sweet boy.

My sweet sweet boy.

He wanted Jesus in his heart.

And so, we prayed.

And he smiled.

And the angels rejoiced.

Praise the Lord!

And now, as my heart breaks I look to my legs. I spend my runs with my Savior. I smile. I cry. I think of my brother and the blessing he is. Thankful to have had such an amazing big brother! I love you Chris!

8 comments:

Amanda@runninghood said...

Meredith, your words touch me so deeply...they always do. I'm sorry for your loss. Your faith is a beautiful thing and I'm so happy for the big step in your son's life and the peace that comes from knowing that your brother is with his Heavenly Father.

Meredith said...

*hugs*
Praying for you, and your family...
rejoicing with you, and shedding some tears, too...

Anonymous said...

You are still in my prayers.

Marisa @ The Pace of my Life said...

So sorry for your loss, but so glad you have your faith to find comfort in.

TMB @ RACING WITH BABES said...

You have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss, I'm here if you need anything ...

Unknown said...

I am rejoicing, because my heart stopped when you said "Brenton wanted to go to heaven too". Praise God you only meant that he asked Jesus into His heart.

H Love said...

Cast your cares on Him! Love you dear friend. Rejoicing in the truth and promises of God. Praying for comfort and strength as you walk through this loss everyday! HUGS!

Tara H. said...

My sweet sweet friend....I am so sorry for your loss!! You brother was so blessed to have you as a sister!! You will ALWAY'S HAVE HIM!! Rejoicing that all of his pain and suffering is over and he now get's to spend eternity with our Lord and Savior!! What an exciting thing! I hope to see you Sunday, but will put my arms around you whenever it is I see you!! Love you girl!!!!!

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