Posted on 11/23/2011 2:03:00 PM PST by onyx
Sarah Palin has sent The Brody File some personal Thanksgiving reflections. She talks movingly about her young son Trig. It is truly a heartfelt letter that gives God all the glory.
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As for Trig, Palin is showing that while there are some people who just talk the talk when it comes to being pro-life she actually walks the walk too.
Enjoy!
A Personal Thanksgiving Reflection by Sarah Palin:
On Thanksgiving, my family's traditions will reflect the loyal, active, robust, big family life that shaped me. We're so fortunate to be together to share the making of another year's memory. In these late autumn days with temperatures dipping to 20-degrees below zero, we'll brave Alaska's biting cold to run and skate and ride - just because we can, and for that I am so thankful. Life in America's Last Frontier is not an easy living, but it's a good living. Here in Alaska, where I'm never without inspiration, an optimistic pioneering spirit still permeates, and harsh conditions force us out of self-centeredness and towards community - often in order to survive.
This need for selflessness - and the blessings that come with it - sharpened for me almost four years ago when I was given the gift of broader horizons, clarified priorities, and more commitment to justice and compassion for my fellow man who faces challenges and fears. I was granted this through a gift that arrived in a tiny, six-pound, awe-inspiring bundle. We named him Trig.
I know America's potential for goodness, thus greatness, because I see it every day through my son. Nothing makes me happier or prouder than to see America's good heart when someone smiles at my Trig. I notice it happens often in airports. Often a traveler passing by does a double-take when they see him, perhaps curious about the curious look on his face; perhaps my son momentarily exercises an uncontrollable motion that takes the passerby by surprise. Perhaps, as an innocent and candid child announced when she first met Trig, they think "he's awkward." But when that traveler pauses to look again and smile, and maybe tells me what a handsome boy I have, I swell with American pride. I am so thankful for their good heart. They represent the best in our country and their kindness shows the real hope we need today.
I am thankful that, as in so many areas of life, the bitter people who say bitter things about someone facing challenges are so outnumbered. There have been stinging criticisms, even from people still screaming that Trig should never have been born, but we know those critics may be the loudest and most malicious, but they're not the majority.
To me, when individuals reflect the greater societal acceptance of someone facing challenges, they show the best of humanity - even by offering a simple pat on Trig's head or a knowing smile shot our way. Conversely, when a society works to eliminate the "weakest links" (as some would callously consider the disabled) or "the unproductive" (as some would callously consider the very young and the very old), it eliminates the very best of itself. When a society seeks to destroy them, it also destroys any ability or need for sincere compassion, empathy, improvement, and even goodwill. And those are the very best qualities of humanity! Those are the characteristics of a country that understands and embraces true hope! America can be compassionate and strong enough as a nation to be entrusted with those who some see as an "inconvenience," but who are really our greatest blessings.
Through Trig, I see firsthand that there is man's standard of perfection, and then there is God's. Man's standard is flawed, temporary, and shallow. God's standard lasts an eternity. At the end of the day, His is what matters.
So, this Thanksgiving my family will bundle Trig up and grin while we watch him through ice-frosted eyelashes as he curiously takes in all that is around him in the crisp open air. I hope your Thanksgiving gives you the opportunity to find that reminder of what really matters, too. For me, my perfect picture of thankfulness is my perfectly awesome son. With him, all is well with my soul and I know I am blessed.
Thanks for your great photos.
It was a terrible, contentious time on FR (just after the recall) and meeting
FReepers in person meant a lot.
Thank you. I appreciate your comments.
That was another contentious time here. They come and go. I try to argue points in a manner that will allow me to get together with others and us still be able to enjoy each other, but I don’t always achieve that.
Take care. Hope we can do it again in the near future. See you then.
There is only one other person I can think of who can do what she does and he seldom makes personal appearances other than from 12-3 Monday thru Friday.
Do you know what happened to Rabid Dog?
She hosted the barbecue and was so gracious.
Wow—this is a rare time to say Happy Thanksgiving to two of my favorite, most respected Freepers!
I hope it is the BEST Thanksgiving ever for you and your families!
Even with all of the ups and downs this year, there still is so much to be grateful for. We are blessed.
I hope someday to see the Palins as the First Family. They would be a blessing to us all.
I don’t think your assessment is as unreasonable, as it is somewhat rainbows and unicorns. I think she is somewhat helpful, but less helpful than you give her credit for.
The Tea Party was a big rage before Sarah signed on. While I don’t object to her going and helping to pump up the crowds, it really did rub me the wrong way when she stated McCain was one with them. Uh, no Sarah, McCain has never been a Tea Partier. His statements on Conservatives alone leave that under six inches of dust.
On the one hand it is claimed that Sarah got all the Tea Party candidates their victories, but then when she is given credit for having gotten McCain re-elected as well, she is said to have not been responsible for his re-election at all. That’s a double standard.
Her support for McCain at Tea Party events somewhat blurred Conservatism for folks too. That was very unfortunate.
I have a lot of regard for RabidDog. She was connected to the Republican party in the Oxanard area. At some point she may have become disenchanted by some of the infighting here, especially since it sometimes goes South with regard to the party.
That gathering at her home was one of the most enjoyable afternoons I’ve experienced in association with Free Republic. I think of her from time to time, and hope things are good for her and her family.
There may have been more dynamics at play, and I may have been privy to them years ago. I don’t honestly harbor bad memories. If I’m leaving something out, it’s due to faulty memory.
Thank you Exit82. How nice of you. There are countless people here that I’d like to wish that too, and you’re right up there near the top.
I always smile when I see your Exit on F.R.
I believe that you and I are of the same opinion, that God makes no mistakes.
The only question in my mind is did God lead her there, or did coercion lead her. The answer to that will become apparent at some point.
I bet that signing takes more effort then speaking and therefore more thought behind the communication. Go Trig!
Thank you very much, rodguy911!
You’re way too kind!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING dearest, awesome you!!!
Happy Thanksgiving!!!
YES! You made the day with your wonderful portrait drawings!
Happy Thanksgiving, PapaNew!!!!
It would all be so easy were she running!
Hugs and prayers!
DOH. I should have put you on her new list anyway. You’re on now!
Happy Thanksgiving, dearest pal!!!
WOO-HOO!
TIMELY!!!
Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!!
Exit82! You’re right, we are blessed in many ways and Sarah Palin’s message reminds us that the greatest blessing is love.
Thank you so much for your friendship which I truly treasure.
I wish you and your family a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Go Trig! He’s absolutely awesome. God bless him!
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