When I was asking the Lord why I couldn't go back to Thailand right away one of the things that was spoken over me was that this would be a time for me to invest in my family. At the time I brushed it off but that truth of that statement has hit me over and over again over this last year. I have been so blessed to realize how precious my family is to me. This last week specifically was both trying and great at the same time. My car has been in the shop for some repairs and so I have had to spend more time at home and when needing to go out havebummed rides off my parents and they have been nothing but gracious. Friday I was able to spend a beautiful sunny day with my cousin and sister in Fort Langley, having lunch and then wondering through the shops.
These times are precious to me because it will be at least 3 years before I am able to do things that for so long I took for granted. I am trying to capture every moment with the people who are close to my heart. The reality is really starting to hit me and I'm so excited and yet I want to sqeaze every last moment full of activity and friends. Yesterday my parents and I gardened all day which hasn't happened in years. I loved it. And then today we had our last big meal together before I leave. I am so thankful for this time at home. God is Good.
