Monday, August 16, 2010

Face of Love

"The thing is, Tricia, when they're grown, when these stay at home years are over, you can look back and say, 'I did that.' Don't let anyone say that five years isn't a long time. In anyone's life span, five years is a healthy percentage, a solid investment. And you'll be able to look back and say, 'I was there. I did that with them.'

And you're doing it, day in and day out. Not just when it's fun, not just when it's convenient, not just when it's time for a milestone. You're there. Everyday.

And someday they'll look back on this and see the face of love. They'll know how to love people; they'll know it isn't just about the fun, the convenience, the milestones. It's about the everyday. You're showing them the face of love."

~ My brother, On Yesterday's Phone Date

4 comments:

The Hutfilz Family said...

This made me cry a little... and wish that I had a brother like that!

eb said...

Is this brother of yours available for lease?

my3boys said...

I cried too.

Lauren said...

Tears have appeared. I am sure you have the book, Little Boy, but if not, you should...a little boys way of looking at just this sentiment.