NOT TODAY. Today, my sister-in-law, Sarah, and I took the day to go and look for something to wear to our grandpa's funeral on Monday (everything we brought with us was "vacation clothes" -shorts, jeans, t-shirts, etc.). While shopping with her, I realized something. Anytime I've worn an outfit for a funeral, I end up never wearing it again. I am not superstitious or anything like that. I just associate the outfit with death so I don't wear it. (I know that sounds weird, but hey, it's me.) I've had this happen 3 times. Sarah told me to try and look at the outfit as a "party" outfit! She said that we are going to celebrate his homecoming so we will "party"! So I think I am going to try this! I know that my grandfather was a God-fearing man. I know that he is in heaven. I know that I will see him again someday. I am going to wear what I bought and when I wear it again, I am going to try and remember it as a "party" outfit!
Thanks Sarah! I couldn't have chosen a better sister than you!
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I understand what you are feeling... I still remember very clearly the feelings I was going through when Fred's mom died. I had to get shoes for me and for Steph... Every time I wore the shoes, I thought of her. I guess the shoes shopping turned out to be a good thing.
Thanks for relating to me! Some people thought I was a bit odd for feeling this way.
Well, you know God used the same mold on you and me!! :)
Sheila,
Sarah is right. Instead of focusing on the death of the person, if they are a christian, think about their "new life" in heaven. If "party time" is difficult for you, think "celebration". Celebrate your good times together when they were here. Celebrate that they got to go to heaven. Wear that outfit and enjoy the fond memories of the person. NOW, where's that smile we've all come to know and love.
Papa Strickland
Thanks Papa Strickland! You are great at putting it into a new light and making a different approach to something! I have alot to celebrate because I will see him again!
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