The angels came for her last night, my dad’s surviving sib. My Auntie Loie was my fav since I was just a kid.
She made me feel like I was king. She spoiled me for sure. So, when I think of relatives, my mem’ries are of her.
Her life was not a piece of cake. Much heartache took its toll. But Loie learned to lean upon the Savior of her soul.
When I grew up and lost my way, my Auntie Lo was there. She helped me focus, gave me space and counseled me with prayer.
I found my footing once again with gratitude to her. My dad’s kid sister welcomed me just like her Jesus served.
Though Loie’s gone, her love remains. It’s deep within my heart. Before she left, she graced my life with much that leaves a mark.
Peace to her memory!
P.S. Loie died as Wendy and I were celebrating our oldest daughter’s wedding in Chicago. It truly was a bittersweet day!
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Dr. James Dobson was the founder of Focus on the Family
He focused on the family. He dared to discipline. He underscored what made our nation strong. Through radio, his doctoring helped heal sick marriages prescribing antidotes to culture’s wrongs.
He diagnosed pornography as a malignancy that (if not treated) threatens healthy love. This pro-life prophet stood up for lost lives who lacked a voice, those unborn babies known to God above.
His adventures were an odyssey through magazines and books, through videos, curriculum and more that pastors, teachers, moms and dads relied on to find help to focus on what faith in God is for.
Though vilified and scandalized by critics of his claims, he bravely took a stand and held his ground. Doc Dobson stood for what gives life when all is said and done. He based his views on where God’s truth is found.
I do not hold to all he held, but hold Jim in my heart as one who walked with Presidents and God. This broadcasting psychologist has left a legacy both here within our country… and abroad.
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A brother walks the past with you embracing moments known by few. He calls to mind what you forgot and underscores his love.
A brother stands the test of time when life goes blank and doesn’t rhyme, when losses undermine your wins and having faith is hard.
A brother sits with you in pain because he knows you’ll do the same when it’s his turn to wipe a tear or face uncertainty.
Yes, brothers are a gift from God. They voice their pride and give a nod to dreams you long to realize. They cheer you on your way!
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