some memories

I'm just remembering Cheryl Fry right now.

She was one of many mothers.
I remember her smile.
I remember her coffee cake.
I remember her surprise Birthday/Super Bowl party.
I remember her being cautious and compassionate.
I remember her cats.

She bailed me out of financial trouble a time or two while I learned to balance the club's checkbook. It's great having friends who work at the bank.

I remember setting up my own checking account with her before going off to college.
I remember playing games with her when our families got together for New Years.
I remember the concerts at the Fair.
I remember how proud she was after losing the weight she hated and how she glowed with joy at Brad's wedding last year.
I remember the tears in her eyes when she thanked me for being a part of the wedding.
I remember her taking more photographs than I could ever imagine.
I remember how torn she was when her boys left for Arizona.
I remember how she loved traveling to see them.
She loves her boys so much. So much. They love her more than she may know.

I know... this is just a random list of memories. But I wish you could have known Cheryl Fry. I don't doubt that you would have loved her as much as we all do.
Cheryl will not be forgotten.

God, I praise you for being Lord of all. My thanks goes to you for being a part of Cheryl's life. I trust that she now makes residence with you and delights in your presence. Please care for her as only you can. I don't know why you took her now, but I know that this earth isn't quite the same without her. Father please turn your attention to her family at this time. Be with Larry, Brad and Brian as they grieve the loss of a mother and wife. Be with her parents as they face this shadowed valley. Be with all of her friends and family as we come together to remember her and share in our grief. We praise you on high O Lord of lords.
In the name of Christ Jesus, the only Name that saves. Amen.