Farther Along

I have never looked at this song the same since October 2, 2002, the day Aaron was born. Obviously it was an exciting time for us as our first child was born. But it was a rough journey as he was forced to come 5 1/2 weeks early due to Cody's pregnancy induced high blood pressure. Aaron was tiny (3 lbs. 15 oz.). The doctors assured us he would be fine. So we were thankful and we certainly counted our blessings. But it was still difficult because he had to be on a respirator and had wires attached to so many parts of his body. He had to live in the "glass box" for a few days. It was tough to see. Well, I digress!

I remember the next morning, we were with Aaron behind a curtain. Cody had him close by and was rocking and nursing him. And Aaron was crying and having a difficult time. Then she began to sing this song to him and it was so incredible to see him so soothed and at peace. I am not sure if there has been a day that I loved my wife more. I still to this day cannot sing or even hear this song without getting choked up.

Tempted and tried we're oft made to wonder Why it should be thus all the day long, While there are others living about us, Never molested tho in the wrong.

(Chorus) Farther along we'll know all about it, Farther along we'll understand why; Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine, We'll understand it all by and by.

Faithful til death said our loving Master, A few more days to labor and wait; Toils of the road will then seem as nothing, As we sweep thru the beautiful gate.

(Chorus) Farther along we'll know all about it, Farther along we'll understand why; Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine, We'll understand it all by and by.

When we see Jesus coming in glory, When He comes from His home in the sky; Then we shall meet Him in that bright mansion, We'll understand it all by and by.

(Chorus) Farther along we'll know all about it, Farther along we'll understand why; Cheer up my brother live in the sunshine, We'll understand it all by and by.