A lot has gone on in these last few years. I've got more time now to write and maybe I will more often. This picture is one of my favorites. On our 40th wedding anniversary we stood on the steps of the church where we married. And now with 4 grandkids. Wow, we have been blessed so much!
My parents are still healthy and the kids are, too.
Now we are in a time that is so difficult. The word 'unprecedented' is overused but that is the best description. We have no idea how to handle things. It's made worse by the fact that the media doesn't tell the truth. They exaggerate and lie. We don't know what to believe anymore. Everything is political - even Covid-19. So much has been stolen from us by this disease. Traditions, celebrations, even the weekly routines that we have had for years with family has been interrupted. It's hard to predict how long it will last. Will Covid begin to be more like the flu? Just another virus eventually?
In the meantime, changes have occurred that may stay permanently. Like working from home for some people. Or less church in the church - more online or in homes. This is not bad - just different.
I'm beginning to think about retirement in a few years. I am considering a job change in the next year or so that may provide a little more money for our retirement (if someone would hire me at that age!). But God has always opened the door for me. I've never been without and if He wants me in a certain position, then I will be there or will know that I should stay put.
It helps me that I see someone very clearly now. So clear. It helps me to consider my future in a different way. The 'chain' is a little looser. God has been so good to let some painful things happen to help me see.
Later!
