Living in community can be difficult…you share a bathroom, fight over a shower, are cramped, sleep basically on top of each other, and you have to hunt for a space to have your own “alone” time. You live and breathe the same air…
It can be frustrating, but it can also be beautiful. You learn to share some of your deepest secrets, pasts, and hurts of life….you learn to celebrate the joys, blessings, and triumphs of life.
June 5th ended in cake, cards, sharing memories, hugs, and prayer. Branded (the team I’m with this month) celebrated my dad’s birthday with me. What an amazing group of women to be surrounded by!
For those of you who don’t know, my dad passed away almost 11 years ago. I don’t always talk about him with others. I think the world sometimes puts it into our thoughts that when we talk about subjects like those we have lost, we are weak. The race is breaking walls down one by one and it’s a beautiful process. I’ve learned it’s okay to talk about them, grieve them, and celebrate them.
The cool thing about this whole scenario is that my role is to pour into teams…to guide them…love them….pray with them….but they reversed that role. They honored me, saw me, and loved me so well.
Thank you Carly, Ashley, Julie, Val, Nicole, and Tabitha for being a true, loving, and beautiful body of Christ.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2
Growth and more growth! And often most growth occurs through trials and struggles. So proud of all that you have been doing and learning these past months! As a side note, I was able to drop in and visit a little with Grandma Noss. Still as sweet as ever! She has the map for your trip on her wall and has the dates posted for each country ans she knows were you are right now! She is a sweet gal! Blessings!
Was thinking about you and Bill yesterday. Love you.
What a beautiful way to share and create another memory of your dad.
Thank you Don. And thank you for visiting her! I’m sure she appreciated it:)
I’m sure you were thinking about him too. Love you!
Thank you Jackie 🙂
You’re welcome. And thank you for reading my blogs and praying for me and the squad!
Kelly, we don’t know who had initially had this idea, but what a great way to honor your dad and celebrate your dad’s life with you. This was so sweet of the team to do this. We hope this not only blessed you but your entire family! Thanks for sharing this.
They are so sweet!!
felt the Holy Spirit all over this. Love you so much.
Yes 🙂 Thank you TT
Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute to your dad!
Although I haven’t commented often during your trip, please know I’ve been reading and enjoying your updates. I continue to keep you and your squads in my thoughts and prayers.