Remembering

Other than the obvious meaning of the fourth of July it is a special time for our family. My mom owns a fireworks stand so it is a busy time too. My step dad was born on the fourth and although he is not with us anymore as he passed away 2 years ago from cancer we still think of him and celebrate this time of year. Alexis (my 5 year old) says that when we shoot fireworks Pawpaw can see them from heaven and he knows they are for him so shoot away so that her pawpaw can see them!
Before being diagnosed with cancer he had to have a liver transplant and of all times he was sent home on his birthday and was basically told he was being sent home to die because there was not a liver match for him and the doctors said that "it was a good weekend though" meaning that there are many deaths during the holiday weekend. My mom felt much grief and stress and said she couldn't believe that inside she was secretly praying for another families loss just save him. She felt selfish but couldn't hold back those thoughts. Of course we were never told of the circumstances but after the weekend they did find him a liver match and he lived many many more great years with us and then he was diagnosed with cancer. He was a strong man and pulled through that as well for many years too.
SO take this time to celebrate the obvious! Pray that the world stays safe and know that miracles do happen. Be an organ donor, it does save lives! okay I will stop rambling now LOL My step dad was just really on my mind this morning.