A New List

During this monumental week I have reflected upon life, family and especially relationships. Creating space between my immediate family and me was heart wrenching. I anticipated the emotional as well as the more tangible hardships – and I’m glad to report we got through unscathed. So, I’ve titled my journals from the past two weeks, The Fine Line; Friends and Family.

Aside from moving to another different geographical climate, the most notable factor of this major life change is my new, immediate sense of belonging. Adjusting to the company of lifelong family friends came quick and easily. Even so, this week my journal sequel will be titled, Dude, Where’d We Pack My Clothes?

In short, my list of profound revelations today are:

• As much as the world changes some things never will – boiled okra is still slimy.
• We may grow, learn, shrink, wrinkle and sag, but underneath it all we’re pretty much the same people.
• Those who take speed limits too seriously tend to annoy the rest of us.
• God indeed compensates for most of what I once thought I missed in life – and in amazing ways.
• After following a truckload of freshly baled hay a few hours, it’s flying debris can appear to be grasshoppers. Hay doesn’t stick to the windshield.
• Friends often have a clearer perspective of who we actually are and what we’ve accomplished than we do.
• Friends don’t need to know your deepest darkest secrets to understand you.
• Normal may actually be exclusive to a setting on a dryer.
• Braving rough waters is easier in the company of a trusted old friend.
• Boxes of stuff seem heavier in the rain.
• A good internet connection is invaluable. I’m still working on that!

That’s it for this night from western Colorado.

“A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.” Proverbs 17:17 (NLT)