You often hear the lament of in-laws, of this, that, or the other thing that acts as a barrier of meaningful relationships between families that become involved with each other through marriage. I had the opportunity of visiting with my mother-in-law, brother-in-law, his wife and kids and was reminded how fortunate I have been indeed in that regard – they are great people. In them I see attributes they commonly share with Rindy, and I see how she became the incredible woman, wife, friend, and mother that she is. I shared several uninterrupted hours with Bettie, as she shared stories of growing up in the Blair family in Ogden, about her parents her siblings Marion, Bob, Ed, Seth Karen, & Margaret. And then of college at Weber State, working at Lockheed in southern California and joining the Waves during WWII; of her career at the registrar’s office at Weber and more. What a determined, talented, intelligent, gifted & congenial woman – no surprise Rindy shares those attributes.
Later that night I chatted and visited with John and TJ and as I reflect back on the stories told in context of my years of knowing them I note that they are among the kindest, most accepting, sacrificing giving people I know. They can truly be measured as showing their love not only in their talk but in their walk. Again a shared attribute with Rindy.
Indeed, I am fortunate that not only do I like my in-laws but I am grateful to them for whom and what they are and how they show up. Interestingly enough I see the same blessing in Blair’s life. He has great in-laws that made for a great daughter – his wife – and our daughter in law. In-laws; it’s a good thing.
