By Randy Brunson
DULUTH, Ga. | For the last several weeks the word ‘remember’ has been coming to mind. And I’ve been turning over in my mind the follow up question, “What do I need to remember?”
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Throughout history and across cultures, times of celebration, reflection, and fellowship have been built into the calendar. Common reasons to celebrate were a good harvest, victory in war, the birth of children, or the start of a new family by way of marriage.
These times of celebration create the perfect opportunity to reflect on precious memories of previous times spent with those we love and appreciate. To reflect on good times spent with those now gone. To reflect on and rejoice in the beauty of creation. In the words of more than one of our Founding Fathers, to reflect on Nature and Nature’s God, to stand in awe at the hand of Divine Providence and His rich blessings toward us.
Last week, we enjoyed the annual celebration we call Thanksgiving. So whatever your traditions are, whether volunteering and serving those in need, spending time with a few friends, or several days spent with extended family, pause and think.
Remember. And remember with a heart of gratefulness and gratitude. Yes, each of us has suffered losses. And it is almost certain we will do so again. And yet within this, we can remember with fondness many good times over the years, whether those we shared the precious times with are still with us, or not. And we can look back across our lives and see that regardless of the circumstances we experienced, good, bad or otherwise, we are here, moving forward, and have more in the way of abundance than we could ever hope, dream, or imagine.
And this abundance? Our memories always take us to people. It is that abundance of relationships and the opportunity to enjoy them, which gives such richness to the fabric of life.
We appreciate each of you, and we hope that your reflection on fond memories brings you much joy.
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