Part 1 Here
Down Syndrome is definitely not a curse. It's not a misfortune, nor even a mixed blessing. Those with Down Syndrome are gifts delivered to us straight from the hand of God.
Pure, unadulterated and perfect kindness. Love in the flesh. The life they lead is most often cut short. Why?
Because we don't deserve to have them any longer than that. That's why. They are an opportunity for us to witness what it means to be 'good'. Not as in, good brownies or good times. Not even as in good family, or good spouse.
More like "God saw all that he had made, and it was very good" (Genesis 1:31)
Thanks Kevin. Good to see you again. Hope we can do lunch again soon - James
Showing posts with label Kevin. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kevin. Show all posts
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
His Will
Today's readings, thanks to the little fat monsignor, all focus on God's will.
I just love this. Most especially because of the Blessed by Down Syndrome post from last night.
If Kevin can adhere to His Will, how much then can you and I?
Don't get me wrong, it's difficult. But try this. The next time you get moved to do something for Him, look around. If everyone you know thinks you're crazy, you're probably on the right track. ;)
I just love this. Most especially because of the Blessed by Down Syndrome post from last night.
If Kevin can adhere to His Will, how much then can you and I?
Don't get me wrong, it's difficult. But try this. The next time you get moved to do something for Him, look around. If everyone you know thinks you're crazy, you're probably on the right track. ;)
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Blessed by Down Syndrome.
A very satisfying day of leaf raking has just been wrapped up. The rakes and scoops have been organized just so for retrieval tomorrow morning and a cold, frothy I.B.C. rootbeer just got popped open.
"You sure do good work Kevin," I said as I walked over to see my new helper and give him the 5:30 soda he craves.
He smiled and said, "You know I do." And only in a way that you have to hear to fully appreciate. He was happy, feeling generous and totally believed that he had done a fantastic job. And he did. He's a leaf raking magician. It was blowing 20 miles an hour half the time he was working. Patiently, methodically, he layed out his plan and executed.
Kevin was born with Down Syndrome and just happens to live across the street from my wife and I just south of San Antonio, TX. He approached us the day before yesterday with a proposal. He needed some leaves to rake. Trust me when I say we have PLENTY to rake. We have three huge cottonwoods in our front yard and they produce one heck of a leaf crop.
He came over with his father, so I knew it was OK with them, but I still had reservations. I told them that we certainly did not expect him to do all of that, but he insisted. His dad was just smiling and shaking his head.
"Nope, it was my idea and it's my treat," Kevin stated when we tried to talk him out of it.
Long story short, Kevin is a worker. I wish we could hire him to feed horses and clean the barn. These high school kids these days don't know what work is. Kevin does.
Kevin knows alot. He knows that you should be able to look around at the world surrounding you and see where you're needed. He knows that you shouldn't have to be invited in order to go there and provide your help. He knows that you shouldn't expect anything from people when all you're doing is what the Lord expects of you. And he knows how to smile.
Wow. And make people smile. The farrier and a good rodeo friend of mine were here today. They met Kevin and conversation revolved around him for the next hour or so. All three of us smiling the whole time.
He knows how to spread the Lord's compassion and love. One kind act at a time. Thanks Kevin.
How about you? Notice anything in your life lately that could use your touch?
"You sure do good work Kevin," I said as I walked over to see my new helper and give him the 5:30 soda he craves.
He smiled and said, "You know I do." And only in a way that you have to hear to fully appreciate. He was happy, feeling generous and totally believed that he had done a fantastic job. And he did. He's a leaf raking magician. It was blowing 20 miles an hour half the time he was working. Patiently, methodically, he layed out his plan and executed.
Kevin was born with Down Syndrome and just happens to live across the street from my wife and I just south of San Antonio, TX. He approached us the day before yesterday with a proposal. He needed some leaves to rake. Trust me when I say we have PLENTY to rake. We have three huge cottonwoods in our front yard and they produce one heck of a leaf crop.
He came over with his father, so I knew it was OK with them, but I still had reservations. I told them that we certainly did not expect him to do all of that, but he insisted. His dad was just smiling and shaking his head.
"Nope, it was my idea and it's my treat," Kevin stated when we tried to talk him out of it.
Long story short, Kevin is a worker. I wish we could hire him to feed horses and clean the barn. These high school kids these days don't know what work is. Kevin does.
Kevin knows alot. He knows that you should be able to look around at the world surrounding you and see where you're needed. He knows that you shouldn't have to be invited in order to go there and provide your help. He knows that you shouldn't expect anything from people when all you're doing is what the Lord expects of you. And he knows how to smile.
Wow. And make people smile. The farrier and a good rodeo friend of mine were here today. They met Kevin and conversation revolved around him for the next hour or so. All three of us smiling the whole time.
He knows how to spread the Lord's compassion and love. One kind act at a time. Thanks Kevin.
How about you? Notice anything in your life lately that could use your touch?
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