Cherished Family Time....

Mike and I just spent the most incredible weekend with my sister, Janice and brother-in-law, Seward. From the time we stepped into their home on Saturday morning we felt welcomed and loved....it was like stepping back in time. Time seemed to slow down for us as we savored conversation and a meal together. I also got to spend much needed time with my nephew Frank, he is such and exceptional gentleman. Sunday morning, we got up and ate a country breakfast with them and then went to church. I loved the music and their pastor...Often when you go to a church away from home, you are homesick for your own church. I felt so at home, the worship was much like ours and the preaching style was a cross between Brother Johnny and Brother Eddie. Brother Austin (their pastor), does not fear speaking truth in love. Following church, we visited friends of Janice and Seward's and shared another great time of fellowship and food. Did I mention, everything except for the meat and bread that we ate this weekend was taken out of the garden....it was awesome. This is truly what life is supposed to be...slowing down, taking a breath, turning off the cellphones and computers and really talking (and listening)....I am so thankful for this time!