Letter To My Parents

Today is my mom’s birthday.

My parents live 1000 miles away in eastern Canada, and I normally see them once a year, but I call them once or twice a week.

I am involved with some men at my church in writing Letters of Blessing to our wives, children and parents.

This morning I called Mom and Dad, and read them the following letter.

I plan to send a hard copy to them this week, framed to hang on the wall if they’d like to.

Thanks to Mom and Dad

On this day, March 24, 2010, Mom’s 79^th birthday, I want to express my deep gratitude and thankfulness for all that you have given to me as parents. My words are insufficient but I want to express the deep appreciation for you that I have in my heart.

I am thankful that you raised me in a Christian home and led me to my Saviour, Jesus Christ. This is the most important gift anyone has ever given to me.

I am thankful for the godly heritage that you have passed down to me, and to my children and grandchildren.

I am thankful for my wonderful memories of childhood fun with both of you.

I am thankful that you disciplined me when I needed it, but always out of love, never out of anger.

I am thankful that I inherited the gift of music (and so many other good things) from either one or the other of you. Thanks for your encouragement in music in the early years. Music and singing have provided great joy for me all throughout my life, and financial provision for many years.

I am thankful that you were willing to provide financial help when it was needed.

I am thankful that, besides me, you raised Don and Nancy, a brother and sister whom I love and cherish. They are now adults with high ideals and strong moral character.

I am so thankful that you have loved and welcomed Connie into your family. She is a wonderful blessing and treasure to me.

I am thankful for your friendship, love and wise counsel all through my adulthood.

I look forward to fellowship with you in the years ahead, and fellowship with you in heaven. I pray for God’s blessings on your life. Your reward will be great.

I love you,

Gary