Have you ever needed help, but didn't know it? There was a time in my life, not that long ago, that I these words fit my life. Thankfully, my oldest brother Carl knew and came to my aid. I remember when he and his wife Jenny came to our home to help; the sense of weight being lifted off my shoulders was unbelievable. I remember the strength they gave me just knowing they were there to share in one of the most difficult times of my families life. It seems like it was just yesterday, but it has actually been over 3 years ago. It's something I will always remember and be grateful for.Being an engineer, you might think that he would analyze the situation, develop an action plan and fix it like he does most of the time. But instead he was just there to lean on. I saw a side of him that I think few see.
God has a plan when he allows us to go through difficult times. Each person comes through it with a different outlook on life, a change of heart, finds what is really important in life and never sees things the same. I think God wanted me to see Carl in a way I had never seen him. While I have always loved him, I love him differently now a type of love that says I want to be there for him when he goes through dark days. My heart was soften toward my brother who I use to think was untouchable.
Happy 70th birthday brother! You don't look your age or act your age. Not too many people can say at 70 they still do everything they have always done, well maybe your a little slower. No you are just taking your time these days. May God give you many more years.
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