Today was full of reminders that life is rich. Not mediocre. Not lacking. Rich. Amidst the endless little to do's of preparing to leave, it was good to have a day like today. Here's what happened:
*Breakfast with Janet: She's my 91 year old thought partner. When I arrived at her house, the table was set with pretty china plates and tea cups. Janet's drinking water comes from a well in her backyard, so she poured me a glass from a large jar. Curiously enough, the orange juice was also served from a canning jar, but I didn't ask if she had an OJ well. We ate, read some King James out loud from a Book her parents gave her in 1943, and talked to J together. Then, we picked raspberries. Janet is waiting for J to return any day now and told me she'd be waiting for me at the east gate in heaven (the phrase comes from a song). I drove away, hoping that the image of her standing on her front lawn waving would be indelibly fixed in my memory.
*Meeting James Vincent: My former roommate, Becky, gave birth to a little boy last Friday. At four days old, I'm pretty sure he's the newest baby I've ever held. Usually babies look a little smooshed and awkward until they're older. James was captivating. I found myself studying the wrinkles on his tiny feet and watching his face morph through interesting expressions as he slept.
*Lunch with Karin: My former co-worker and I chatted over lunch. She's a reminder of how He puts people in your life for specific times and purposes. Three years ago, the two of us bonded over figuring out how to teach fourth grade for the first time. She's been an invaluable support ever since, even though our work positions have changed a couple of times.
*My Laptop Arrived: For the first time, I own my own computer. No matter how I look at it, I'm one wealthy, privileged girl.
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