After my post, Brotherly Love , I received an email from a reader who reminded me of this song. I knew the song, but had never really thought about the words and the meaning behind them. I looked it up and thought others might see the lyrics in a new light. He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother The road is long With many a winding turn That leads us to who knows where Who knows when But I'm strong Strong enough to carry him He ain't heavy, he's my brother. So on we go His welfare is of my concern No burden is he to bear We'll get there For I know He would not encumber me If I'm laden at all I'm laden with sadness That everyone's heart Isn't filled with the gladness Of love for one another. It's a long, long road From which there is no return While we're on the way to there Why not share And the load Doesn't weigh me down at all He ain't heavy, he's my brother. He's my brother He ain't h
How fun! I bet working in the pool is so good for Ben.
ReplyDeleteHow fun! I bet he loves it. Noah receives pool therapy and he loves it!
ReplyDeleteIs he enjoying the swimming? Ashlea LOVES swimming.
ReplyDeleteBen LOVES the swimming and he is learning so much more from an instructor than us. The instructor already has him holding onto the sides without any help, support or flotation device.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! How wonderful that the local Y is working with him so well! What a blessing.
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