Blended Families

This week we focused a lot on blended families. We had the pleasure of listening to Brother Williams and his wife talk about their personal experience. It was interesting to hear first hand from two people that were part of blending their families and lives together. This idea of blending families has a major effect on children. A lot of change is involved and this causes some children to act out or become distant. It is important to monitor the reaction your children have to being introduced to a new special someone. It is incredible to hear stories of blended families that see their parent that might not be biologically theirs becomes their emotional support. When adoption happens these families truly are connected. The sealing power found in the temple is a blessing that can in all reality promise families the opportunity and promise to be together forever. This is an amazing ordinance that can take a blended family and make it an eternal one. I have a roommate that comes from a situation somewhat similar to this. Her father that adopted her is the man that raised her. She was blessed to be sealed to him and no longer sees herself as coming from a blended family. I think this is an incredible opportunity from people that might come from upsetting situations to have a second chance at happiness. It is not easy. It takes patience but it takes time. It is well worth it.