Kate, Aaron, and I ended up staying the whole week in Nashville instead of just the weekend. Fortunately, we made that plan before we left, thus having enough luggage to accommodate our extended time. Had we not known, we would have had to wear the same clothes every day. I have been to Williamson County, Tennessee a few times in my adult life; as my brother's lived there for the past couple decades raising his family, but the rolling hills and horse farms just really spoke to my heart this past week. The last post I put on here was really how I have been feeling for the past three weeks. As the two-year mark of Gracie's Homecoming is approaching, it's just becoming difficult again. The Thursday before we left, the only thing that got me out of bed was Kate telling me Aaron was worried about me. It was 2:00 in the afternoon, and I was still under the covers, unshaven and worn down. The drive to my brother's helped me out a bit.
Another thing that brought a smile to my face this week was Titus; our new dog. It's likely Aaron's new dog actually. Since we got home on Saturday, all he's done is pay attention to every detail of caring for Titus. He walks him, helps to feed him, cleans up after him (thankful for hardwood), and is a great friend.
While we were at Dan's, Kate broke her ring and pinky fingers of her right hand. Our niece accidentally shut the car door on Kate's fingers, and then she spent the rest of the week crying every time she saw Kate. Accidents happen.
The highlight of the week was Joel's baptism. Living a state away is difficult to see his daily walk with Christ, but I've watched this kid become an amazing young man. Before he was baptized, the pastor asked if he wanted to say anything about why he wanted to get baptized. Joel said, "I want to show you and everyone else that this is real and permanent." I can't wait to see how his future will continue to develop.
With school starting in a couple weeks, today begins the classroom organization again. I'm in a different, bigger, classroom this year. It's awkward not being in "my room", overlooking the flag pole and parking lot, being able to watch the sun rise from my windows. Nothing is that scenic about a bunch of soccer fields. God bless..
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Missed you, but glad you had a good stay with your brother. What a blessing to be able to witness a family member being baptised!
Ouch...poor Katie, that must have brought a few tears to her as well! And I'm sure the puppy is allowing Aaron to learn some new responsibilites in life.
Will be in prayer for you as you enter a new school year (our schools start in 3 more days!) and as you remember Gracie's going home. My heart aches for each and every person who has to go through such a time. As I walk around the cemetary I always wonder why there isn't an age limit to these places! But I trust that our maker knows the reasoning.
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