Ruth Graham

Sorry, I haven't posted in a while. Raising our two tots becomes all-consuming sometimes. But, I'm happy to report that I've been consistent with working out. I definitely feel stronger and lighter on my feet. I generally have more stamina. I've become more prudent about what I eat. Going to the gym gives me alone-time that I desperately need. All in all, I'm really seeing the benefits of exercise.

After church this past Sunday, our pastor opened up his home to church members for a fellowship gathering. It was a very relaxing time for all of us. Faith and Erin had a great time playing in the backyard. They were thoroughly exhausted when it was time for them to sleep. After they went to sleep, I was drawn to listening to some music, particularly Fernando Ortega...he's a classically-trained pianist who is a christian singer. Our dear friend Debi, dedicated "Jesus, King of Angels" to our family at Faith and Erin's birthday party. I need to buy the CD. But, in the mean time, I went searching on youtube to hear the song. You can listen to the song here. I just continued down the list of Fernando Ortega videos. I came to "Give me Jesus" [Ruth Graham Tribute]. It's a very meditative song. Lately, I've been preferring quiet meditative songs with minimal instrumental accompaniment. Click here to hear the song. The video is a tribute to Ruth Graham, wife and confidante to Billy Graham. After many years of illnesses, she passed last year. I heard recently that Billy Graham was hospitalized but I had not idea that his wife had already left his side. Well, after watching the video, I wanted to read more about her life. I came across this website dedicated to her. It plays beautiful hymns that we all know as you view her photos through the years. She was born in China to medical missionaries. She went to a boarding school in modern-day North Korea. She met her challenges with such awesome courage leaning on strength from the Lord. You can read more about her life on the website as you listen to the wonderful hymns. As a wife and mother, I am inspired and challenged by Ruth Graham's example. I hope you are too. And as I think about Elyse, I wonder if they're acquainted with each other in heaven.