The need to be with family

[mikado5001]

I read that Roger Clemens, of the Houston Astro's, lost his mother yesterday to cancer. My heart goes out to him on his loss. I say this because he is the inspiration for this post.

But why is it that we don't immediatly go and be with family. In this day folks are so pre-occupied with want for money. Or the honest need for it. That we abandon family. That goes for EVERYTHING. Not just the sad occasions. But holiday's too. It breaks my heart when I get calls at work from people working on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Lincoln's Birthday. I know I am partially, by virtue of my job, a contributor to the so-called "24 hour culture". Last week a co-worker had to skip the funeral of her step-uncle. My heart broke for her. If her frustration was any indication, she was close to him. What is happening to us as a people. No wonder Satan seems to be winning. It's not just about moving closer to G-d. Important though that is. What about moving closer to each other too.

"TO LOVE ANOTHER PERSON IS TO SEE THE FACE OF G-D!!"

I know that the world does not stop. But it hardly even slows down anymore. I was driving around on Christmas Day 1986 with my Jewish family. We were looking for a place to eat. And a bunch of places were closed. It warmed my sentimental heart. And later we came to a Kosher Deli. And I thought wow that's cool. Those who do not celebrate the holiday are working. And I am sure they closed on thier own holiday's. But now I see the opposite to be true. Stores once closed are now open.

Again I know that there are services that are critical ALL THE TIME. Police, Fire, Doctors, Nurses, and decent Chinese Food. But how can we draw closer to G-d? If we are pulled so far apart from each other. Families mainly, but friends too.

[Avodah]

I have wondered about that to. It seems that family is at the bottom of the list these days. It is a sad thing! I was forced to quit a job to be with my father while he was dieing, they would not let me take a leave of absence. I am fortunate that where I work now is very family oriented. My mother has been given 3-9 months to live and when my boss found out he told me if I ever needed to leave to be with her that would be fine. God bless him.

[mikado5001]

I have wondered about that to.  It seems that family is at  the bottom of the list these days.  It is a sad thing!  I was forced to quit a job to be with my father while he was dieing, they would not let me take a leave of absence.  I am fortunate that where I work now is very family oriented.  My mother has been given 3-9 months to live and when my boss found out he told me if I ever needed to leave to be with her that would be fine.  God bless him.

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That is a good thing your boss did for you. May G-d bless him as he your boss blessed you.

[Guest Teddybear123]

Interesting question.. i once thought about society and it's cruelness. My opinion on how to get closer to God is by the decision we make. Faith to be with him is crucial. As kraz4gsus had done. He quit his job for his loved one and now he is in a better environment.

-Ted :

[Leonard]

Well, you're not meaningful until you get that bigger house, that newer car, your kids have those label clothes.......

[EricH]

It should probabvly be noted that Roger Clemens would have received his salary even if he did not pitch. To judge his motives is probably not the best exercise we could engage in

[mikado5001]

It should probabvly be noted that Roger Clemens would have received his salary even if he did not pitch. To judge his motives is probably not the best exercise we could engage in

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I am not judging him. He inspired this thread in me, is all.

[Avodah]

He quit his job for his loved one and now he is in a better environment.

P.S - I'm not a he I'm a she

That is a good thing your boss did for you. May G-d bless him as he your boss blessed you.

Yes indeed!

Well, you're not meaningful until you get that bigger house, that newer car, your kids have those label clothes.......

That unfortunatly is so true.

[refugepsa91]

Well, you're not meaningful until you get that bigger house, that newer car, your kids have those label clothes.......

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Isn't that the truth I see it all the time with people I know. In my house we drive our vehicles until they scream in protest. We buy them used in the first place. My kids have their clothes that are off the rack new...and then their clothes that are bought at a second hand store for "no where special to go"

I worked in nursing homes when I was younger and I can't begin to tell you how many residents were dropped off and left. Some were lucky to get a visit every 6 months.

I work with the public and I can tell you in the last 3 years or so people are just getting cruel, most are short tempered and have no intrest in being polite. Its just sad really.

Love and Blessings,

Angel

[EricH]

It should probabvly be noted that Roger Clemens would have received his salary even if he did not pitch. To judge his motives is probably not the best exercise we could engage in

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I am not judging him. He inspired this thread in me, is all.

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I wasn't saying you were, I could just feel the tone going that way. The reason I brought it up is I know of a couple of instances where the dieing family member insisted that the athelete compete no matter what. It was their dieing wish, and the athelete honored their wish.