This summer is a memorable one for us. It began in May with Andrew graduating from high school. Right on the heels of this big event, I was given six weeks of paid time off from the church. It was the longest time I’ve had off in my professional life. We began by driving to Florida on Memorial Day weekend, spending some time at the beach with my brother, sister, mother, and their families. From there, we went to my brother’s house. He lives in Orlando, providing more days for us to be in the Florida sun. We made the three-day drive back home to Kansas. Once back, Gabe and Lauren had surgeries, which took some care from us for about ten days. Meg and I got away for a weekend. I got a weekend away with Andrew and prepared for reentry.
There are many people to thank for that time off. On the church front, leadership allowed me to cover a lot for myself while out. The pulpit supply happened thanks to friends. On vacation itself, my family provided meals, my brother provided his home, and God cared for us each step of the way. Meg’s mom cared for the kids while Meg and I got away. Meg held down the fort so Andrew and I could connect. So, I have a full heart.
The time away gave me time. Obviously, I was able to get time with family. But I also had time to process some hurts and dig into some hurts that I just pushed aside and ignored in the name of the busyness of the moment. I was able to process those.
I’m back, refreshed, and grateful for so many people and blessings I’ve experienced.
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