Remember Elizabeth? We still care for her. My husband and daughter are in the construction business together. Whenever all three of us have to work, Amy then steps in and cares for her while we’re gone.
Elizabeth loves people. She’s always been full of life, charm, and plenty of spirit. Although frailer than before, she still believes in 90% attitude and 10% circumstance. Her favorite song: No matter what the circumstances, what I feel or see – the Word of God is working mightily in me.
Elizabeth loves to laugh, crack a joke, watch the Kentucky Derby, and cackle at America’s Funniest Videos. She loves The Lawrence Welk Show and would go right on dancing if only she could.
I’ve known her for over thirty-five years. She may not be able to walk anymore, she may have limitations, or forget what day it is, or if it’s morning or night. But her heart continues to beat. Her wit is still sharp, as well as her tongue.
They say the Lord sometimes works in mysterious ways. A few years back due to circumstances beyond our control, we needed a place to call home. Elizabeth needed someone reliable and dependable to care for her. She pointed out the obvious and insisted upon the arrangement. Bonds were sealed. Hearts were mended.
While we attend to Elizabeth’s daily necessities, she is grateful and cannot express enough how much she appreciates us. But believe me when I say: It is she who has enriched our lives and we are grateful for her.
Once upon a time a horse and buggy rushed a mother to the hospital to give birth to a little girl. The year was 1911. It is a fact that Elizabeth was a one-year-old during the Titanic. Yes, she will be 105 years young on January 6th.
As the Lord continues to give us the grace needed daily in performing this important task, He reminds us how much sweet Elizabeth is teaching us about life.
To know our Queen Elizabeth is to love her!
As I age, may I emulate her God-giving longevity and passion for living life to its fullest.
Elizabeth, 40 yrs.
“Lord, teach me to number my days so that I may apply my heart unto wisdom.” Psalm 90:12
Reflections From the Heart 