Can you hear me now?

Love the commercial for Verizon cellphones, where the young man paces around asking "Can you hear me now?". For a promo, his need to continuously check is not very encouraging, don't you agree?. I think someone called them on it, the new ad shows a host of backup workers, that's more like it. Where the scripture reads 'To Benefit the Hearer' puts in mind that supportive scene. We all need and could use a team of 'Angels' like that in our daily endeavors. My nephew works for Verizon. In a recent family reunion, he said "What?" and jokingly his mother asked "Can you hear me now?", we all affectionately laughed. He is very gregarious and enjoys encouraging everyone. I hope God will bless his enthusiasm. This verse also reminds me of Davey. He speaks up very well and at just the right moment, too. Narrating Bible quotes with hand gestures, and his eyes open wide he says, 'You get it!'(as Joey looks and listens, smiling). Remembering many precious people-who've crossed our path with words of hope, to our benefit(at just the right time). We thank God for them. Grandmothers who although we were different, made us feel special and one of a kind. Grandfathers who saw themselves in all our antics and accepted us with a kind and gentle spirit. Mothers who believed in us, when we really needed her to, with the patience that developed our character. Fathers who always said 'I trust your better judgment' with a 'Dios te bendiga y accompane'-(God bless and accompany you). Aunts & uncles who guided us away from trouble and towards better people and places- for a safer life. Our siblings, despite going through similar growing pains, were there to cheer us on your way. And last but far from least, our children standing ready, willing and able to be there for us, because they care and remembered when we cared & shared with them. Many others have been, and continue to be, supportive; we should remember their gentle persuasion and good advice. Now, it's our turn to ask: 'Can you hear me now?' and, hopefully, they will listen- to their benefit. From Our 'blessed' Front Porch ...Andy & Ana.