Camp has started and summer is a crazy time in our family, but we are on break and this is a post I've wanted to write for some time. It's directed to those in my life who have played a significant role, either good or bad, and mostly in my past. Please don't read into things too much; this is mostly for me. Here goes . . .
S. D. - You are one I can point to who first really encouraged me to have a personal relationship with Christ. To spend time reading His Word everyday and to ask questions. You were always willing to listen to my questions (no matter how silly) and to answer them as best you could.
The Juniors - You welcomed me and allowed me to be myself. You all accepted me for who I was and encouraged me to grow in Christ.
T. M. - I try not to have regrets in my life. There are days when I would change some things, but then I remember that those things helped to make me who I am. That being said, I wonder what happened to you and I pray for your wife when I think about you.
T. G. - I'm still not sure what brought us together, but I hope that I made a difference in your life. I am proud of you and grateful for our friendship even though it was only for a season.
C. G. W. - I wonder what I would say to you if I ever saw you: "I'm sorry I never believed you." "I'd love for you to meet my husband." "Thank you for protecting me." "I would not be who I am today if it weren't for you." Bottom line, I'd say thank you for always trusting God about me.
J. P. - Thank you for being the first person I could really confide in. I don't think I'll ever forget the loft at that retreat center.
B. W. - Thank you for teaching me an important lesson in self control.
FBC Girls - I hate that we live all over the country and rarely see each other. I will never forget our sleepovers and videos at AD's house.
A. D. - I wish I could have helped you more. Been more encouraging. In some ways I feel like I've let you down: then and recently. I am glad that you seem to be in such a good place.
M. E. - I'm curious about the higher power you've found and how you got to where you have. I also feel like I've let you down. It looks like you're happy though.
K. M. - You have always been there for me. You responded to all my notes in school and listened patiently to my ramblings/rantings. You are always honest and that inspires me.
K. F. - I am glad you're back in my life. You also have always been there for me. You listen and respond and answer and challenge.
J. S. - I love that you not only know my name, but my husband's also. You saw things in me that I didn't see in myself and provided opportunities for me to grow.
R. N. - Thank you for challenging me and encouraging me to "work out my salvation."
J. S. - I'm grateful for our reconciliation.
