Potluck Ponderings

A few years ago, I read parts and pieces of the book 1000 Gifts by Ann VosKamp.  There has been a bit of controversy in the reformed theological community about some of the latter chapters of this book, I didn't get to that part.  But, what I did read caused the axis of my world to tilt a bit, and it was for the better.   The idea of looking for gifts, being blessed instead of bitter, a life lived with thankfulness the knee-jerk response were not new to me... but not always my natural tendency either.  So, in this season of change, moving, new pastures to set my eyes upon... I and a few friends are joining in "counting our gifts".  For more information or to join in the fun...  https://www.facebook.com/AnnVoskamp So for today, 3 Gifts Orange:  1. Orange roasted sweet potatoes for a simple Sunday lunch. These are a favorite of Nate's... providing good nutrition for a boy who seems to struggle eating anything healthy. 2. A big Orange T- a reminder of where

.  For as long as I can remember, I have had the privilege of having a beautiful red-haired, hot tempered, sweet as honey, light in my life.  She kept me sane when I thought I was crazy and she made me crazy when I tried to keep her sane.  I don't remember ever not knowing her... I don't ever remember not sharing secrets, giggles, dream and despairs.  She would have done anything for me, and I for her. She was the first person I remember loving me just because she wanted to, not because she had to. And, she knew how to love! She knew how to dance and laugh, she even knew how to be angry and make you feel like you deserved it.  She made me take chances I wouldn't have taken without her nudges.  Sometimes, it involved skipping school and watching movies all day... Sometimes it involved loving with my whole heart and being bold... without her nudges, my bruised heart may not have responded the way it did to that letter I received from a soldier in Germ

It's official!  Joe has taken a call to pastor Faith Presbyterian Church in Cheraw, SC and was installed there as the new pastor this Sunday night, May 18th. We have been blessed beyond measure by our time at Covenant Presbyterian in Rockingham, NC and have made special friendships and are so thankful for all that the Lord has been doing in the hearts and lives of that congregation! My head is still spinning a bit, but we are getting excited about all that the Lord has prepared for us in SC.  Cheraw has been dubbed the "prettiest little town in Dixie" and is situated on the Pee Dee River, rich with Civil War history, with tree lined streets, a great Parks & Rec dept, a State park with a lake and lots of outdoor activity opportunities and best of all, some wonderfully friendly people! The Lord has been graciously and patiently affirming over the most recent months that this is the move He has planned for our family.  We have a closing date of early