Building a Strong Family
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Although it's been a few weeks since Christmas I frequently reflect on the quiet joy that brightened that day. Our family is continuing to grow stronger. Those bonds of love are beautiful to see. I smile when I look down at the tan moccasins on my feet right now. They represent another visible connection we have with each other.
A few weeks before Christmas, I was brainstorming with my oldest daughter about possible ideas for gifts. We had agreed to three gifts this year. Ideas were tossed back and forth and then she said it, "Moccasins! How about matching moccasins?"
I smiled at the idea. Jenny, my eight year old, is interested in anything related to Indians. I knew that she would be thrilled to have her own pair of moccasins and to match with her big sister and mommy. Noelle, my fifteen year old, likes shoes of any color and style but moccasins just seemed to suit her relaxed personality. And I enjoy matching with my two daughters. So moccasins it was.
We shopped around quite a bit in order to find just the right style. Finally we found them online and ordered the three pairs. We could not have been more pleased when they arrived. But Christmas morning was the highlight when I saw both girls open their boxes containing the new tan moccasins with soft plush insides.
Since that morning we have each worn our matching shoes many times. They speak of a deep heart connection which lasts wherever we go.
Matching clothing or shoes etc. might be something you would like to consider for your adopted family. Encouraging individuality has a place but let's not forget what holds us together. Growing strong adoptive families happens one day at a time. One decision. One memory. One step after another.
Be intentional this year as you build your family. The results will be much greater than you might think.
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