An unexpected visit

When I flew back to the states in late April I didn’t know just how long I would be here. I was wandering around with no plan at all. If you know me, you know how much I long for a plan. After a few weeks, we decided to turn this into my furlough. I started reaching out to churchs to get plans together. Now, furlough is over and I am currently on a plane flying back home.

This summer, I was able to meet my niece for the first time and spend a lot of good quality time with her and the rest of my family. I was also able to meet a lifelong friends sweet baby boy (nephew?). It was a blessing to get to spend time with good friends. I visited several churches and was able to share with them about the work that I do with RMI and Hope for Kidz. I also was able to teach a local ladies Bible study. This was something totally new to me but I enjoyed it. At the end of furlough, I was able to attend the wedding of some sweet friends. I remember getting the text that they were engaged last fall and the bride asking if I would be able to make it. Like most things, I was unsure if I would be able to attend. I am thankful I could go and support them as they start their lives together.

Ducky and Linda were glad to have me in the states, but I sure am ready to see Otis and Lucy (and everyone else). I am thankful for the summer, for God’s protection, and for my many blessings. Now I am ready to get home.