There are so many things that we missed while in the States - and so many things we didn't miss! Looking at what you have at the moment - and appreciating that - is something that we continue to learn. This trip and return to Belgium has helped along the way.We are back to sweaters and coats (the shorts went straight from the suitcase into the closet - ready for next year!), back to carrying the umbrella when you walk the dog AND back to rainbows almost any day at just the moment you need one (a promise from God!) and escape from stifling heat.
Getting up at 7 in the morning to go to school is a lot different than lounging in bed with friends and family close by with whom you can play BUT school means being back with your friends on this side, playing basketball and soccer, riding your bike, setting up your room with new team emblems.
Back to walking the dog every morning, rain or shine IS back with our wonderful little dog who missed us so much, to morning mists rising on the canal or impressionist sunsets painting the clouds and peaceful walks and talks with God.Missing family who live so far away, BUT being back with family who are so glad to see us once again and whom we so missed. God continues to amaze us with how big, how loving, how giving his family is - because they are his.
These are the blessings of everyday, blessings we never want to miss, wherever we are.
Your family on the European side of the water definately missed you. We are only willing to share you so much with all of the family over there. We are glad you are back safely!
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Thanks for sharing, Luk!
ReplyDeleteScott and Family, I'm so glad you could visit us this year. I understand your happiness for being home in Belgium again. I hope we can visit you there someday.
Mike and Amy,
ReplyDeleteWe've got places waiting for you - anytime you're ready :-)
We so enjoyed our time with you guys - glad we could make it.
I'm glad you all had a great time in the States and made it back safely!
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