"The man who loves
his life will lose it, while the man who hates his life in this world will keep it for
eternal life. Whoever serves me must follow me; and where I am, my servant also will be.
My Father will honor the one who serves me."
When a man or woman puts his life above those of others, his or her
life is meaningless. We are placed upon this world to share our lives and care for all we
come in contact with. I was fortunate to have a neighbor who shared her gifts with us. She
was a caring and sharing person.
When we moved into the neighborhood some 18 years ago, this woman
opened her heart and her home to our family. Not only did she share her material gifts,
she shared with us her family and her spirit. She was a devoted follower of God and showed
it in her actions and deeds.
The Lord called her home several weeks ago, and although she lived a
long and lovely life, we miss her dearly. Her charm and strength is what we miss the most.
She gave us many warm and wonderful feelings. Although she is gone, she has left us with
examples on how to care and share.
