My dear one,
The picture above is my view from the porch swing as I sit drinking my pomegranate green tea and listening to the birds on this lazy afternoon. I'm visiting friends, and I love the spirit of calm that permeates this place, even amidst the daily struggles and problems that arise (flight delays, under-the-sink leaks, and daughter-in-law's pregnancy complications, to name the few I've witnessed while visiting). This morning I was reminded how refreshing it is to simply sit in silence with my Bible in the early hours -- no music (save that of the birds), no bright screens, no hurrying...
I would point to this home as an excellent example of the currently-trending "Slow" lifestyle. It motivates me to continue that pursuit myself, to say "No" to the junk in our culture (possessions, food, media/entertainment, etc.). Truly this family has been one of God's rich blessings to me as I've gotten to know them over the last eleven years. It is my prayer that when I meet you, I will feel the same way about your family. The husband and wife are the picture of a godly, grace-filled marriage. They have raised three of the finest boys I've ever known (sadly, they're all taken, so none of them is you). You would hit it off with them smashingly well, I'm sure!
Praying for you always,
Your Evenstar
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