Bits and Thoughts for Friday

This past week has been one of deep and sincere thought of life and spiritual well being. My life, to most is nothing special and has been nothing of spectacular occasions or events, but it has been special and spectacular to me and most importantly, Heavenly Father. I have had my struggles and taken the rough road in some instances, but in a lot of other areas, I have been thoroughly blessed beyond anything I could imagine.  My marriage is strong and more sturdy year by year, trial by trial, argument by argument. I have a partnership, friendship, romance and companion who I can be with endlessly. He knows me, accepts me, teaches me and guides me through our life together. I can be me.. all the time, any time, and he brings me back to me when I need it most.
   I was given 3 boys to show me what love really is, and how true faith can be. I have done things in my life for them that I never thought I would do. They make me less selfish and want to be a better mother and wife for them. Their hearts are so true and so pure that only one being could create such great souls, Heavenly Father. They are unique, but made to be in our family forever. They are the reason for my family to stay strong and strive to be the best we can be daily.
  I believe that like everyone, our family has a purpose. Our purpose may not seem grand, or monumental, but it is significant in the lives of others. We are here for many reasons, but the Bateman's, I believe, are here to guide, teach, consult, learn and serve. I just know, and my family knows. We have always been placed into positions to do these such things, and we will continue to do so.
  Our family has been blessed with a great comfort this past week within our home an din our lives. I can't explain how, or when, or why, but it is there, and it is grand. I hope I am not sounding proud, or overly spiritual. I just had to write the wonderful  feelings we have experienced as a family this week and what we have learned and concluded through our daily prayer and scripture reading as a family. It is all such a blessing.