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Life Lately

 Blogging during the child raising years was so much fun! There was always a little bit of adventure that peeked through raising 3 boys that made for great stories. 

Blogging during the empty nest season is a bit more challenging! These days, routine and peace are the rhythms of our daily life. Daily life looks pretty much the same, day after day. But under the surface there is a change, a heartfelt change. Moments matter more deeply. Time spent with family becomes precious. Prayer time involves praying differently for adult children. Life celebrations are meaningful as they promise a hope and a future for many generations. Life matters at every stage. 

The writing bug has hit me again. With a lifestyle that allows more time, it is crazy that I don't write more. Perhaps it is because it seems there is nothing extraordinary to share. But every day unfolds a story. Every moment matters and if paused and reflected on, lessons can be shared and moments captured that can outlast our lives. 

Our "life lately has some momentous moments we are thrilled to share.

We learned we will become grandparents for the first time this fall! This news brings such joy and an excitement to embrace new roles - Mimi and Papa. As we anticipate a grandson, we thank God for a legacy that will continue. While we delight in baby snuggles and stand in awe of the miracle of life, our prayer is this child will grow in wisdom and that his life make an eternal impact and be a powerful testimony of God's faithfulness and goodness. 


 

In June, we celebrated our 37th Wedding Anniversary. A beach trip was bookended by visits with our children.









A fun milestone of adult children is entering their world, their home and sharing activities together.  Another milestone is the ability to pause and gaze upon the beauty of the Lord. To know He continues to write our life story and know He can use simple moments to create a beautiful impact. 




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