JENNIFER'S BIRTHDAY - APRIL 4TH

It has been almost 2 years since my dear sweet sister passed away. Saturday was her birthday and she was in my thoughts all day. She is always in my thoughts. I miss her. I can't help but wonder what life would be like if she were still with us. But I know that she is happy where she is. She is busy doing the Lord work on the other side. I know that she is also watching over her children. I know that she is so proud of them. Joseph is fulfilling his lifelong dream of serving a mission. Melissa is attending school and being a wonderful sister and friend to her siblings. I know that she is wonderful example to them as well as all the friends she has. Stephen is adorable and I imagine him growing taller and smarter. I remember he has such a keen memory. He made us laugh many times with his Sponge Bob imitations. That boy can remember each episode verbatim. He's amazing. Then there is sweet little Crystal. Who really isn't so little anymore. I remember how much she loved her mother. I remember catching her singing when she thought no one was watching. Her mother was the same way at that age. Jennifer has left a beautiful legacy with her 4 children. She lived her life for her children. I know they miss her as much as she misses them. I hope the children know that their Mom is always near. If there is something special going on in their lives, their Mom will be there. I know that to be true. I know it to be true of my own departed mother. I have felt it. I can also testify that I have felt my mother and Jennifer close by when I have needed them. I am so grateful for the Gospel. For the knowledge that we will be reunited someday. I know that this is comforting to Joseph, Melissa, Stephen, and Crystal. I love those children so much and I know that they are being well taken care of.