Well, it's getting toward the end of May and Spring has definitely come to us who live in the Shadow of the Peaks of Otter. The grass is green, the flowers are blooming and everything looks and feels fresh and alive. This is a wonderful time of year. Before the summer heat turns the grass brown and wilts all the colorful flowers. Not for awhile though. We are enjoying the beauty of this season for as long as it lasts.
I've been in a bit of a drought myself. I'm not sure when it started, but the downward spiral was overtaking me before I realized I was caught up in it. I think it's a combination of mother's day memories and being lonesome for my mom as well as my kids. Guess that's a lifelong occurrence. Memories trigger thoughts that take over my mind and my heart and the sadness sets in.
I'm better now though. The Lord has comforted me and given me reason to rejoice and I am so thankful for that. The end of last week found us in Chesapeake enjoying the fellowship of many of our kids and grandkids. We spent time with Cindy and Susan and their families on Saturday at the annual Sommerton Yard Sale. Lots of friendly people and sunshine warmed our bodies and our hearts on Saturday. Then we watched Andrew play baseball. Always a treat. He's a star!! A walk along the boardwalk in Virginia Beach followed by a meal with eight of our favorite people ended our day on Sunday. The morning was spent worshiping with family and friends as we considered the 23rd psalm. Wonderful!
Driving home on Monday was difficult as it was raining hard most of the way. A stop at Shoney's for lunch was a nice break from the traffic and rain and we were grateful to arrive home at last. Home. Always a treat to relax in our comfortable living room and sleep in our own bed but not enough to take the edge off being away from loved ones.
We attended our first GROW group visitation last night. Not knowing what to expect, we were a little anxious as we parked at the church. No need for that. We did the choosing according to our comfort zone in making visits and it ended up being a perfect fit. Wally and Lilla Post are good friends and needed some encouragement as Lilla is once again suffering physical problems. It was a joy to enter their home and to sit and listen as they shared with us their "love story". This couple have had an interesting life and their story is one that should be shared with everyone. As is always the case, we, coming to encourage, are the ones encouraged as we leave. Later we were thrilled to hear the testimony of God's provision in the lives of another couple we have grown to know and love. What a blessing to hear how God is working in the lives of Christians. It was hard to stay depressed in the light of what we saw and heard this night. God certainly knew what I needed and provided encouragement that lifted me out of my fears and filled my heart with joy.
There are some good times ahead of us. Eric, Sarah and Jesse will be coming in a matter of days. It's been a long time since we've seen them. Our little guy is growing up and we need to have a good visit to get to know him. Kevin will come the first of July and then Susan and family. Joanie and David will be here later in July and then Dale will come for a nice visit in the fall. Maybe we can watch the World Series together. We'll be spending time with Cindy and Dave also and my heart will be full of pride and joy in all my kids before the warm weather is over.
In another month, I will celebrate my 72nd birthday. It seems impossible that I can be this old. In my heart, I'm still young and I plan to see my little ones grow up and serve the Lord with their whole hearts. Until next time...........
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