Some of the kids wrote Pi poems for our Pi Day party today– which means that the number of letters in each word of the poem is a digit of the irrational number pi. The poem could have any theme they wanted. Most of the poems were fun and silly.
Avery’s was maybe a glimpse to his heart and thoughts:
Pi Poem - (by Avery)
“Can we as mortals understand the Almighty power of the Creator?
I say we cannot, that it is something greater.
Life is a meaningless rift?
I come, I go, I lie, I live.
Being alive a wonderful gift.”
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Hi Mel, I would love it if you could be praying for my friend Mary and her family. She is a wife and mother of ten children, has lived with breast cancer for seven years, just MOnday night suffered a stroke and multiple seizures. It seems she is coming to the end of her earthly life. Would you mind praying for her and her family...thanks so much.
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Isa 41:10
What a beautiful glimpse into Avery's heart! He shows great understanding at such an early age and I'm sure his grief has played a great role in that. My prayers continue to be with you all ... and now I have added Susanne's friend Mary from her comment above to my prayers as well.
ReplyDeleteWow. I'm amazed at the depth of his understanding at such a young age. You've taught him well. :)
ReplyDeleteI see so much in this. At a glance the pics reminded me of Andrew also. Love the rainbow colors as Avery flies through the air. I think of Andrew doing a similar thing with his skateboard in heaven. Avery understands that we cannot understand. What wisdom he has been given. Because Christ overcame the world, we will also. May God give Avery double as he runs his race honoring his brother. Crying as I type this. Love to you Melanie and all your family, Barbara
ReplyDeleteWOW The pics of Avery "flying" on his board are soo awesome. And what wisdom he has been given at such a young age. The Lord has mighty things in mind for him no doubt. I love that he is honoring his brother in this way. Have a good day Melanie. Hugs, Deb
ReplyDeleteThat was really deep..I do believe that Avery is a lot like his mother..gifted, soulful, and passionate. I never heard of Parkour, but it looks like it takes a whole lot of discipline and dedication.
ReplyDeleteAvery has truly written a wonderful poem.
ReplyDeleteOkay- this post just strikes a real cool chord in me. I get excited over words and I'm giddy to have learned a new one here today: parkour. Also, I have a former math professor from college, whom I adore. She loves all things math and she would ignite reading this post. I must share it with her. The poem that Avery wrote is simply amazing and blessed me beyond the discovery of mathematical pi and I just have to give this pi poem a try and certainly share it with my math prof. Is that okay? I'm wondering if I understand the rules completely, so I am going back to your post to re-read. Loved! This! Post! Thanks Avery and mom!!
ReplyDeleteOkay Melanie, so I'm still here pondering this. Pi is infinite, right? So, basically the number of letters of each word could be any number 1 - 9, basically. Do I have this correct?
ReplyDeleteI also forgot to say how awesome the final picture above is, a summy through a rainbow? Get out! Is it photoshopped or for real? That is gorgeous!
Avery's parkour acrobatics are very impressive. I watched a you-tube clip of parkour participants a while back, pretty amazing stuff. A Deep thinker....your boy!
ReplyDeleteSuzanne, I too, will be in prayer for Mary and her family.
~brandi
Love the rainbow and your son. Love you, friend.
ReplyDeleteI feel that last picture is perfect, from the placement of his hand to the rainbow.....he truly understand much at his age!
ReplyDeletePretty impressive son! I know how hard it is to do a 'push up'... and he's really focused and working at it to do these 'tricks'. The poem is also very revealing, he's a thinker. The dedication of his training, to Andrew, is going to give him more determination than ever. Good job Avery!
ReplyDeleteAvery is a wonderful young man. So full of talent and wise beyond his years. You are an awesome Mom ((hugs)).
ReplyDeleteThere is the land of the living and the LAND OF THE LIVING - we go through one to reach the other! Andrew is really LIVING NOW!
ReplyDeleteWhat a tribute! Avery's heart has spoken loudly here! ... As does yours... As does GOD'S!
{{HUGS}} Stephanie
I love you and miss you, Amber is 7 months today, I emailed you recently. I hope everything is going well, I pray for you daily. Love you big bunches, Mandy
ReplyDeleteWOW....you go Avery! So awesome!
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Tara
I love the rainbow effect in the last photo. His poem was great and his physical abilities are amazing. You are blessed.
ReplyDeleteHave missed you! My PC was down, but I'm back now.
A poet AND athletic! What an amazing young man. His poem is wonderful and his athletic abilities are amazing! Parkour - great word! laurie
ReplyDeleteWow....truly gifted in both....his abilities and athleticism and his writing! God given for both I am sure and alot like his mother :) no doubt!
ReplyDeleteBless you Melanie...bless you!
Oh wow! Enjoyed the pics and so appreciated the glimpse into Avery's heart. It's so great to see you celebrating LIFE...both Avery's and Andrew's.
ReplyDeleteHave a blessed weekend, Melanie!
I am breathless ... Thank you Avery.
ReplyDeleteI love this.
Melanie... My post today needs your input... I want to be sure and take advantage of the fore warning.. please advise.. beautiful friend.
L.O.V.E.L.Y! As a parent our greatest prayer is that our children will trust the Lord in ALL circumstances...even the loss of someone so dear to them.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to your family.
Melanie...this post is beautiful. Your family is simply awesome. I don't even know them, but I can tell they are awesome.
ReplyDeleteI prayed for you today. I do often, but I just wanted you to know.
I love you.
Sandy
Avery has a precious heart.
ReplyDeleteWow! Love the poem. Love the photos. Thank God it looks like Avery is doing well. {{Hugs}}
ReplyDeleteagreeing with B...may God give Avery double. And you, Melanie. May God bless your whole family with double double. love, lisa xoxo
ReplyDeleteYour children are so talented...following in "somebody's" footsteps, I see. :) Please tell me Avery landed on his feet!
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