Wednesday; May 22

         Last November, Polly Crews passed away at the age of 93 years old.  On the surface there isn’t really much newsworthy in this observation – but, it is what lies beneath the story of the Crews family that is remarkable.  Prior to her death Polly was recognized as the oldest living “Gold Star Mother” in Florida.  If you aren’t familiar with this organization – it has one of the toughest initiations – you become qualified for a Gold Star Mother when you lose a child in battle.  Unfortunately, Polly’s initiation was paid on May 22, 1969 when her son, Robert, was killed in Vietnam.
         I have been blessed to know the Crews family most of my life.  They have been special to us throughout the years for a variety of reasons, but there are two that stand out to me:  The first is service.  Bobby’s death In Vietnam was the result of a seed that was planted in the Crews children early in their lives.  They have always been willing to “go the extra mile” in taking care of the people around them.  The second is spirituality.  The Crews family did more than just “go to church”, they lived their faith.  Jeane and I have personally experienced the blessings of love and wisdom that comes from lives dedicated to the Lord.
As I think about Bobby Crews and the rest of the Crews family today I am reminded of the impact that families can have on our neighborhoods, our communities, our churches and our nation.  Is our family making our world the best it can be?
Think About It!

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