"I came that they may have life and have it abundantly"
(Jn 10:10)
My older brother Robert recently moved to San Antonio to begin law school. I would love it if you would take a couple of minutes to write him a little message of encouragement so that we can extend to him the utmost support for all that is awaiting him on this new horizon! Let me know if you'd like his email or mailing address! :)
Our family started the chain with some brief messages:
Robert!
It brings us all great joy to see you begin this new period in your life. I feel as though it was just yesterday when you were running me over with the Tonka Truck! I'll have to admit though.... I think by now you've redeemed yourself from those days! ;) It’s funny that it was in the midst of our malnourished, sleep-deprived, and physically draining university years that our relationship blossomed!
I believe that one knows when they have found their best friend when one feels as though one’s heart has been created to understand the other. I have been so blessed to have found such a friendship in you Robert! This is one of the reasons why I am so happy that you’re following the yearning of your heart to enter law and pursue something which encompasses all who you are.
Reflecting on this period in our lives I find it fitting to think of St. Augustine’s words: “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you". I have always thought this phrase to be so revealing of our search for Truth and the movement towards our vocations. Bl. JPII once said that it is in the restless heart that we live out the unity of the one finality with the people we love. This period in our lives can therefore be seen as the greatest preparation which allows us to learn to give ourselves freely at every moment of our movement towards the most beautiful spousal relationship- the sincere fullness of a life lived for God.
I decided to begin this little blog post with the scripture John 10:10: "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly" to show how proud we are that you are following your heart to find this most beautiful life! These few words of the gospel contain all the joy and love which we have for you during this period of preparation as you begin your studies, work, and relationship with Olivia.
You are such an example to all of us and we are always holding you in the heart of our prayers!
Love you brother and ciao my friend!!
Teresa :)
Robert!
It brings us all great joy to see you begin this new period in your life. I feel as though it was just yesterday when you were running me over with the Tonka Truck! I'll have to admit though.... I think by now you've redeemed yourself from those days! ;) It’s funny that it was in the midst of our malnourished, sleep-deprived, and physically draining university years that our relationship blossomed!
I believe that one knows when they have found their best friend when one feels as though one’s heart has been created to understand the other. I have been so blessed to have found such a friendship in you Robert! This is one of the reasons why I am so happy that you’re following the yearning of your heart to enter law and pursue something which encompasses all who you are.
Reflecting on this period in our lives I find it fitting to think of St. Augustine’s words: “Our hearts are restless until they rest in you". I have always thought this phrase to be so revealing of our search for Truth and the movement towards our vocations. Bl. JPII once said that it is in the restless heart that we live out the unity of the one finality with the people we love. This period in our lives can therefore be seen as the greatest preparation which allows us to learn to give ourselves freely at every moment of our movement towards the most beautiful spousal relationship- the sincere fullness of a life lived for God.
I decided to begin this little blog post with the scripture John 10:10: "I came that they may have life and have it abundantly" to show how proud we are that you are following your heart to find this most beautiful life! These few words of the gospel contain all the joy and love which we have for you during this period of preparation as you begin your studies, work, and relationship with Olivia.
You are such an example to all of us and we are always holding you in the heart of our prayers!
Love you brother and ciao my friend!!
Teresa :)
Hi Robert!!!
I’ve been trying to break into the town home swimming pool but there always is people. We’ve been seeing our cousins ALL the time!
I wuv you!
Gabby
Hello Robert,
Ryan has replaced you. He takes us to play basketball and board games and eats tortilla chips and lima beans while watching the championship. So boo-yah.
But really... we miss you a lot.
David
Hello Robert,
This is John Paul. I miss you. Your bed is very comfortable. We hope you come back soon, later dog. John Paul
Yo Robby, What it do?!
Man the house feels like a different place without you! Super strange not being able to hear you play your guitar, or hear your late night song recording, or hear your one-lined comments to johnny, “go get a bag fatty” :D and now there’s a new tenant in your room! Ever since he moved in it doesn’t feel like the manly side of the house anymore hahah. I know you’re having a blast in San Antonio and we’ll have to visit you over there! Take care my brother and I’ll see you soon!
p.s. Can’t believe you didn’t say goodbye to me in the morning like you said you would …you said it in spirit…not really but I felt like if you remembered you would have :D
p.s.s. Love you bro and I’ll talk to you soon!
-Ricky
Dearest Robertito!!
Thank you for being such a wonderful example of how a young man should be. In my life this has meant understanding how young men should behave and act. Through you I have witnessed how a man should be respectful of women, how a man should develop a deep love for God and of how a man chooses to live his life purposefully. You have inspired me to never settle for anything less than what I deserve. I am thankful for a brother like you…even if you did call me sumo wrestler at one point (: … I still am grateful for all the memories I have shared with you because without any of these I would not be the same person. In all our struggles and joys that we have shared with one another, I have experienced the great love that God has given me by placing a wonderful brother like you in my life. I notice that all of your brothers truly do look up to you. They have a good example of what a Christian man is. I want to encourage you to continue developing your relationship with Christ. Remember that Christ is present with you at all times and because of this there is no reason to have anxieties about the future. He knows you so deeply that He knows everyone of your strengths and weakness, and because of this He knows where to give you strength and enlightenment to ease your worries and help you in your pathway to strengthening your faith. I love you and I have prayed for you by name!! :)
-Cristina-
Hi Robert…
We miss you so much but we all rejoice in God’s blessings for you. Even though there is distance between us you are very much a part of our lives as a loving son and brother whom we love so much.
BIG HUG, little hug, BIG KISS, little kiss, Mom & Dad
I’ve been trying to break into the town home swimming pool but there always is people. We’ve been seeing our cousins ALL the time!
I wuv you!
Gabby
Hello Robert,
Ryan has replaced you. He takes us to play basketball and board games and eats tortilla chips and lima beans while watching the championship. So boo-yah.
But really... we miss you a lot.
David
Hello Robert,
This is John Paul. I miss you. Your bed is very comfortable. We hope you come back soon, later dog. John Paul
Yo Robby, What it do?!
Man the house feels like a different place without you! Super strange not being able to hear you play your guitar, or hear your late night song recording, or hear your one-lined comments to johnny, “go get a bag fatty” :D and now there’s a new tenant in your room! Ever since he moved in it doesn’t feel like the manly side of the house anymore hahah. I know you’re having a blast in San Antonio and we’ll have to visit you over there! Take care my brother and I’ll see you soon!
p.s. Can’t believe you didn’t say goodbye to me in the morning like you said you would …you said it in spirit…not really but I felt like if you remembered you would have :D
p.s.s. Love you bro and I’ll talk to you soon!
-Ricky
Dearest Robertito!!
Thank you for being such a wonderful example of how a young man should be. In my life this has meant understanding how young men should behave and act. Through you I have witnessed how a man should be respectful of women, how a man should develop a deep love for God and of how a man chooses to live his life purposefully. You have inspired me to never settle for anything less than what I deserve. I am thankful for a brother like you…even if you did call me sumo wrestler at one point (: … I still am grateful for all the memories I have shared with you because without any of these I would not be the same person. In all our struggles and joys that we have shared with one another, I have experienced the great love that God has given me by placing a wonderful brother like you in my life. I notice that all of your brothers truly do look up to you. They have a good example of what a Christian man is. I want to encourage you to continue developing your relationship with Christ. Remember that Christ is present with you at all times and because of this there is no reason to have anxieties about the future. He knows you so deeply that He knows everyone of your strengths and weakness, and because of this He knows where to give you strength and enlightenment to ease your worries and help you in your pathway to strengthening your faith. I love you and I have prayed for you by name!! :)
-Cristina-
Hi Robert…
We miss you so much but we all rejoice in God’s blessings for you. Even though there is distance between us you are very much a part of our lives as a loving son and brother whom we love so much.
BIG HUG, little hug, BIG KISS, little kiss, Mom & Dad
We're so proud of everything you have accomplished!!
Ps. We made some masks to help us cope with your absence!
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