Looking back and reflecting on a recent text exchange with Shawn. I thought I would share as Shawn has shared so openly in her journal: “trust and faith in Jesus.” Yes, what an impact Shawn made.
“”Shawn, Thank You for all your generosity in so so many ways back to me, your family and friends. My faith is so much stronger because of you Shawn. You are a blessing in my life just to know you. I'm sure I'm not the only one feeling this way in your vast village!
God's grace and peace to you…””
Happy Homegoing Shawn. You made an incredible impact on so may people. You will be missed. I look forward to seeing you again some day. Blessings and love to your family.
And her dad attaches a poem Shawn wrote you may enjoy.
In the Arms of Jesus
Words by Shawn Himes, Music by her dad
Thank you, precious Father for the gift of your Son,
Thank you for all that you’ve done
A thankful heart I offer you, I worship you,
In the ARMS OF JESUS you make all things new.
You’re a God of compassion, goodwill and cheer,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS there’s no need to fear
You’re a God of mercy, justice and grace,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS I clearly see your face.
Thank you, precious Father for the gift of your Son,
Thank you for all that you’ve done
A thankful heart I offer you, I worship you,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS you make all things new.
A thankful heart I offer you, I worship you,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS you make all things new.
You’re a God of greatness, and power divine,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS I’m poured out wine
God of humility, sacrifice and praise,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS I’m changed by your grace
You’re a God of everlasting love,
In Spirit you descend like a dove
God of the second chance, you cause my feet to dance
God of tender mercies gracious in your ways
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS you wash my sins away.
Thank you, precious Father for the gift of your Son,
thank you for all that you’ve done
A thankful heart I offer you, I worship you,
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS you make all things new.
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS you make my life new
IN THE ARMS OF JESUS. I worship you.
Shawn got tired of being away from home, so she took
a trip home on December 20, 2023 at about 11:15 a.m.
She was in our living room when she decided to leave.
“”Shawn, Thank You for all your generosity in so so many ways back to me, your family and friends. My faith is so much stronger because of you Shawn. You are a blessing in my life just to know you. I'm sure I'm not the only one feeling this way in your vast village!
God's grace and peace to you…””