Good Medicine

Since my last post, we have been pretty much immersed in the world of medicine. I say, we are the walking wounded. Tom and I had surgery in February and Tom's right knee is speaking to him daily, "fix me." As we heal, we are living a new life style that keeps us close to home. I will remember the winter of 2014 as harsh, both physically and spiritually. We were in need of joy, laughter and smiles. The medicine to heal our woes came all the way from Savannah. Dan, Angie, Hudson, Claire, Cooper and Tucker made the long road trip to cheer us up. Here in Michigan we look for warm sunny places to visit for spring break but this family was looking for SNOW. Snow, our trial, is their pleasure. Curious how perspective changes, everything.

The children climb the snow banks as soon as they leave the car. When they enter the house,their enthusiasm permeates the whole house, it's as if new life comes in with them. Excitement, exploration, toys come out, their voices charm us. Oh, it is soooo good to see Dan, Angie and the children, 5 months is way too long to be separated. Conley is as thrilled as we are to see her cousins. The visit is full of cold weather fun. Playing in the snow, visiting Lake Michigan, skiing Timberidge and riding with grandpa in his tractor. They also had some in door fun at the Art Center and visiting Conley at her school. Moms and dads get an evening out and, oh, yes a birthday party.

We are grateful for the love of family and the joy they bring. It is a blessing to see our sons and their families spending time together and their children loving each other. Good medicine comes in many ways and this was just what we needed. Now we look forward to our next family gathering in June when Chris, Kim, Jack and Natalie will join us. Thank you dear Lord, you do hear and answer prayer and we will trust in you.

And God provides for safe travel as the snowy vacation continues on the way home.