“Children are meant to understand compassion and comfort because they have received compassion and comfort - and this should be in the family setting. A family should be a place where comfort is experienced and understood, so that the people are prepared to give comfort to others.” - Edith Schaefer
I have been reminded these past few night while caring for the children of Schaefer's book, "What is a Family". She devotes a chapter to caring for our families during sickness and how this in not time wasted, but rather a time for blessing. I think I'll reread that chapter when the epidemic passes.
7 comments:
Oh Monica... I am sorry. Sick kiddos is never ever a fun experience! I hope everyone gets well soon!!
I'm so sorry. That does not look like any fun for any of them. I sure hope they mend fast. We'll be thinking of you.
oh no. bless you guys. there's nothing worse than sick kidlets!
Oh girl. We have had tons of virus's come through our house too. It is so hard having sick sick kids. What a beautiful quote a great perspective to hand on to. I will have to check out that author one day.
Heal quickly!
You are an encouragement Monica and such a good mother!
That scene looks familiar;=)
Missed you on Sunday! Sorry to hear about all the sickness. :-/
This chapter in your book also helped me during our last round of flu. It is amazing how a different perspective can change our attitudes. I did much better this time thank to you sharing this section.
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