Happy Mother's Day
Last night was the first time EVER that my wife stuck a 9 volt battery on her tongue to see if it was good. This begs the question "How does somebody make it 34 years in to life and never put a 9 volt battery on their tongue???" Are there more ladies out there like Kristie??
One of our smoke detectors was beeping at me, indicating a low battery and in my gimpy state couldn’t reach it so Kristie (my hero) stepped in and saved the day. She took out the old battery, found a new one in a drawer and said “How do I know if this battery is any good.” And I matter of factly said “You stick it on your tongue”. I was surprised to hear her ask that question because EVERYONE knows that’s how you check a 9 volt battery. She stuck the battery, well charged mind you, on her tongue and got a good zap and made a grimace that was quite perfect.
This morning at church was “In The Pink”, an event for women of all ages at RVC. There was breakfast, music, video and a message. I want to make mention of Kristie, who spoke, and did a marvelous job. I say that as a proud husband, but also as a guy who has been around a few sermons in my life, and this one was really well done.
It was great seeing my girls there as well. It was very cool to watch them as they watched their Mom speak and engage and inspire. Because of that, and because it’s Mother’s Day Weekend, I’m reflecting on some of the things that my kids get to learn just from watching their Mom.
They get to learn how to care for people and be an excellent example of Jesus’ love.
They can learn how to care for a family with incredible love and devotion. To create a home where everyone feels secure, noticed, preferred and loved.
They get to learn how to be creative, to have fun, to laugh and smile. To be full of life and love and joy.
They will learn how be qualified and capable at so many things and to do them with such grace and excellence, thereby honoring God.
My kids get to grow up watching a Mom who loves and honors people and who is loved and respected by so many others. Who is a leader, an influencer, an inspirer and who is devoted to God and His Kingdom.
Happy Mother’s Day kids…. You are lucky kids.
And, now they also get to learn how to test a 9 volt battery! You, Jeff Kerr, are blessed with a great wife. Besides all of the things you mentioned, she is also a great encourager!
Posted by:Nancy | May 10, 2008 at 11:14 PM
You have married a gem of a woman and we are fortunate to have both of you in our lives.
Posted by:gb | May 11, 2008 at 12:14 PM
Couldn't have said it better myself... She is one of the most amazing women I know! Thanks for catching her and brining her to RVC!
Posted by:Brook | May 12, 2008 at 10:21 AM