Today, I closed on the sale of my parents home and Columbia Title was phenomenal. They were friendly and kind to work with, very professional and knowledgeable about the whole process. If you are looking to buy or sell in the Indiana, I highly recommend Columbia Title. They have six locations throughout Indiana. If you are in central Indiana, specially the Williamsport office ask for Nicole Jacot, I promise you will not regret it.
~Charlotte, Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child Of God.
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” —Romans 12:2
The last day of January 2024 and today I sold my parents home of more than 50 years. It has been an emotional journey for my brother and I. The closing went well and I’m happy we were able to sell the house and property to my cousin and her daughter. I look forward to seeing them turn the property into their own individual and unique space. The memories of my parents will live on through the many stories we love to share with one another. Much like anything in life, this too is a process. We are still going through things and packing, this is a journey we are all doing together. Letting go of things that held value to my parents has been especially difficult because although they held value for them, it’s a different kind of value to me. I have discovered that letting go of the item(s), does not equate to letting go of the value of the memories. I have a teddy bear collection that had been stored at my parents home and as I look at them now, the importance of them is not the items themselves but the memory of purchasing them with my mom. That is where the value resides, in the memory and in my heart. My parents had several antique dishes and although some are probably very valuable, finding the particular individuals who want them can be very challenging. In the end, my brother and I decided to sell the items as one lot for one price. We were both feeling a little down about our decision and then I was reminded; these antiques will continue to hold their value both monetarily and emotionally for the people who buy them and cherish them as our parents did. I found comfort in this knowledge. Below is a collection of thoughts and words, not necessarily a poem, more poem (like). Thank you for stopping by my blog today!
Full Circle
Sitting alone in my parents home Longing for their voices to be heard Packing their life’s passions into boxes
Praying new adventures await the items Collectibles being enjoyed by new people Bittersweet memories but new ones await
Life; the past, the present and future Learn from the past, delight in the present The future is a journey not a destination
The loss of a parent is indescribable Material things will come and go The memories we carry with us always
Speak their names often, tell stories Remember their love and devotion Build upon their life story
No one thing or person is perfect Recognize the good, share it to others Continue to seek knowledge to grow
This mortal life is only a vapor Hold onto love, let it prosper Resist hate, do not feed it, let it die
We are born into a vessel, a body We live encapsulated in a body Our bodies die, our spirit lives on.
Sweet sadness, saying goodbye Letting go, just for a little while Eternal life, our spirit lives on
We are created by God We are children of God Our death is simply a journey home.
~Charlotte, Striving Towards Genuine Authentic Living As A Child Of God.
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” —Romans 12:2
I attended Judson University, it was actually Judson College when I attended from fall of 1982 to spring of 1986. I graduated with aBachelor of Arts degree in Secondary Education and Biological Science.
Since graduating I have used my degree working in a variety of jobs.
I was a substitute teacher of history (7th/8th grade) and taught swimming lessons for grades 1st through high school.
I coached junior high girls volleyball, basketball and track.
I was an assistant coach for high school girls volleyball and basketball.
I was a program coordinator for an agency that provided housing and work opportunities for adults with disabilities.
I worked as a state inspector for health and human services licensed for teaching and caring for individuals with disabilities.
I worked as a Regulatory Specialist for a private ran company licensed for housing and caring for adults and children with disabilities.
I worked in a warehouse for a healthcare company filling orders.
I was a program coordinator for a residential company providing services for adults with disabilities.
I did contract work for a nursing home providing program plans for its residents.
I worked and supervised employees working in a healthcare facility addressing the medical, physical and emotional needs of adults with disabilities.
I work as a program coordinator in a group home providing daily living skills to adults with disabilities.
I worked at a facility for at risk children that provided 24/7 observation and housing.
I was a program manager and supervisor at a facility for at risk children that provided 24/7 observation and housing.
I am currently working for the Department of Homeland Security.
My degree has provide me with a firm foundation to expand beyond the classroom to use my knowledge and skills in ways I never imagined. God has so blessed me along this journey.
I have continued to expand my knowledge base by taking free online courses through programs offered by FEMA and MetEd.
I’m grateful for the education I received from Judson College. I am most thankful for the memories from those four years and the bonds of friendship that were forged. I learned many valuable lessons from my time as a student and as an athlete at Judson, some in the classroom but many were gained through the relationships that were born in its fertile grounds.
May 1986
“But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
—Isaiah 40:31
~Charlotte, Striving To Live A Genuine Authentic Life, As A Child Of Godu
…A challenge is something new and difficult which requires great effort and determination.
A challenge is something that puts you to the test.
“Be authentically you—being and becoming all that you were created to be and become—facing every challenge head-on knowing that challenges are opportunities to build character, strength and resilience, and, to be the difference that makes a difference!”
My biggest challenge in life is wanting to control things that are out of my area of control. I’ve been working on this for a loooong time, I’m happy to say I have had some success. I’ve learned that the one thing I can control is myself. A very caring friend gave me that advice, I’m grateful for his friendship. Thank you, Barry!
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”
—Proverbs 27:17
Challenges in life keep us attentive and engaged. I hope you have someone in your life who cares enough to not just give advice but also travels the road with you as you understand and overcome your challenges.
“The one who has knowledge uses words with restraint, and whoever has understanding is even-tempered.”
—Proverbs 17:27
Thanks for stopping by today, blessings & peace to you ~
~Charlotte, Striving To Live A Genuine Authentic Life, As A Child Of God
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