Leigh Bale Reflects on Kids & Blessings
I had a different blog all prepared for posting today, but then got a call from my son last night and had to change it. He’s a U.S. Marine and called to tell us he was just promoted to sergeant. Believe me, I am one proud mama.
In reflecting back on my son’s life, I realize he was born a Marine. His favorite hymn has always been Onward Christian Soldiers. He’s a wonderful husband and father. I’m so grateful I get to be his mom.
Most of you already know my daughter is getting married next month. I can hardly believe I get to witness that day. When she was just seven years old, she was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. She is now less than 1% survivorship in the WORLD for her type of brain tumor. Truly the Lord has been good to us.
AND…I have a new book out this month titled The Forest Ranger’s Promise. You can also look for my next book titled The Forest Ranger’s Husband to be released November 2011.
Talk about blessings from Heaven. My heart is very full right now. There is a hymn titled Count Your Blessings, written in the 1800’s. The lyrics begin: “When upon life’s billows you are tempest tossed. When you are discouraged thinking all is lost. Count your many blessings, name them one by one. And it will surprise you what the Lord has done.”
Do you ever get discouraged and count your blessings to remind you how good the Lord is to you? What blessings are you grateful for this month? I wish each of you all the happiness this world can offer and hope you have too many blessings for you to count. :)
Labels: Leigh Bale; The Forest Ranger's Promise; The Forest Ranger's Husband; The Forest Ranger's Baby
9 Comments:
At May 20, 2011 10:28 AM,
Maryrose said…
Congrats on your son getting promoted and your daughter getting married!My blessings I am grateful for are too many to count. I have been very blessed. andantespirit08@gmail.com
At May 20, 2011 10:41 AM,
Charity said…
Can't wait to read your book! And congratulations on your children and their lives:)
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At May 20, 2011 2:42 PM,
Karen Kirst said…
Remembering that song brought tears to my eyes! It's very easy to focus on the irriations of life, but I do try to thank God for my healthy children, a kind husband, and freedom to worship. So happy your daughter is doing well, and your son, too.
At May 20, 2011 3:26 PM,
Leigh Bale said…
Thanks for your comments, folks! I'm glad there are so many people out there who feel as blessed as I do. I'll try to remember that the next time I'm grouchy because things aren't going the way I want them to. :)
At May 20, 2011 4:05 PM,
Jackie S. said…
Rejoicing with you in those blessings, Leigh!! I love that hymn, too and it surely makes one more thankful!!
At May 22, 2011 3:46 PM,
Emma said…
The Forest Ranger’s Promise and The Forest Ranger’s Husband both book sound wonderful.Congrats on your son getting promoted and your daughter getting married! I am grateful for a lot of blessings.
At May 23, 2011 10:01 AM,
beemama said…
Congratulations on your son and daughter.
Blessings? How can I count them all. I wasn't supposed to be able to have children, but the Lord blessed me with 5 and a wonderful granddaughter.
My husband almost died 4 yrs ago in April, but the Lord spared him.
I awake each morning very aware of the many blessings He has given me.
With all He has done for me how can I stay down.
beekeeper5(at)bellsouth(dot)net
At May 26, 2011 12:46 PM,
Alexis said…
Congrats on your daughter getting married! One of my blessings is getting into college :)
alexisbroberson[at]yahoo[dot]com
At June 18, 2011 6:26 PM,
Lady DragonKeeper said…
Great post ... I go through times where I feel sorry for myself since half the people I knew who graduated with me went out of state for college, while I'm "stuck" here, living at home and going to school. Sometimes it feels like I'll never truly get to be an "adult" and do whatever I want ... but on the other hand, I get to continue with volunteering with our local Awana club and high school civics program ... I get to see my siblings grow up --if I went away to school, my youngest brother would be graduating high school by the time I got my Bachelors (hard to imagine).
Thanks for the reminder about keeping things in perspective. =)
jafuchi7[at]hawaii[dot]edu
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