Many of the lessons, that I learned as a youth, have been more helpful as I have grown older. Some of those lessons I was able to figure out at the time, however, many of those lessons, I didn’t even realize that I had learned, until much later. It is amazing how many times my parents would try to teach me something that I was not receptive to at the time. It wasn’t until I had my own family, until I understood and finally put those lessons into practice. It helps me realize that Mom and Dad might not have been super wise, but they might have made the same mistakes when they were young.
Of course, some of my children have been as hard headed as I was. They too have had to learn those same lessons the hard way. As flawed as we all are as family members, we can be good for each other. It is one of the most important things that I have learned. Everyone needs support. A family can play a major roll in the support that we need, when things are not going well. Having someone to talk to, or to ask advice, can help to keep us sane.
It is a good idea, if your family is somewhat functional, to keep or renew that relationship. Whether that is the family you grew up in, or the family that you helped to create. Family can be the greatest help to us. They provide a way to give and receive service and sacrifice. These are ingredients that can give the greatest relief to our daily problems.
I hope your family is a help to you.
Until next time, Jene
