{"id":520,"date":"2012-05-03T09:40:32","date_gmt":"2012-05-03T13:40:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infuzion.org\/?p=520"},"modified":"2012-05-03T10:03:03","modified_gmt":"2012-05-03T14:03:03","slug":"a-family-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/infuzion.org\/index.php\/2012\/jaytrainer\/a-family-day","title":{"rendered":"A Family Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I love days like today. Thursdays are the day that puts life into perspective for me. It is the day that I get to spend with my family in the morning and with my kids alone in the afternoon as my wife goes to work. It is a special day for all as we venture off to do some new things together whether it is a walk or a playground run. Whatever it may be, it is our day to do it together. <\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not sure how much of you value moments and opportunities like I do, but I have to say that it wasn\u2019t always this way for me. I still sometimes get caught up in the things that have to get done, the work or chore mentality, the immediate pressing needs instead of the long term benefits of engaging with my family the way that they need me to be with them. It is the ministry of presence, practicing the ministry of being with them right here and now. <\/p>\n<p>Sometimes it is the most discouraging of times having to constantly repeat myself to my kids or there having to be some discipling or teaching moments (or days). It\u2019s hard, but I know that in the long run it is also going to be the most rewarding and beneficial for all.<\/p>\n<p>How are we able to do this in the first place? Well, we have decided as a family to make certain sacrifices in order to value each other and have designated family time. We realize and understand that not everyone can live in this reality. With certain financial obligations, debts to be paid, school loans, and the like it is very difficult for people to have time specifically designated for their families. The Lord has provided for us and has honored our desire to glorify His name by setting aside this special time with each other. <\/p>\n<p>I\u2019m not sure what today is going to fully bring to us, but I know that it is going to be another awesome day with my clan. We will learn together, grow together, and simply be together at different points throughout the day. I\u2019m honored that I get the chance to be part of it because eventually the day will come when my three little ones will be on their own, all grown up, and conquering the world. <\/p>\n<p>Time is short, what are you doing with it? What are we doing with it overall? Treat it like a gift and take the opportunity to invest in those that are connected with you. Value them, cherish them, love on them. It will yield incredible and awesome fruit in the long term, even though in the short term it might be difficult. I\u2019m reminding myself again of this reality. <\/p>\n<p>Be blessed today and go get \u2019em. Now, time for me to go play some trucks with my boy. Back at it! See you soon. <\/p>\n<p>Jay<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/infuzion.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/20120503-094025.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/infuzion.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/05\/20120503-094025.jpg\" alt=\"20120503-094025.jpg\" class=\"alignnone size-full\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I love days like today. Thursdays are the day that puts life into perspective for me. 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