Hello,
We had such a great day! Fairly early
in the morning we headed out of town to visit friends in a neighboring town. This
was someone who had been in Leroy’s seminary class. There was another former
seminarian there visiting from MN. What a wonderful renewing and uplifting
experience to see these people once more. We spent much time laughing, talking,
and sharing. That is one of the perfect gifts of life. We had not been in the same room at the same
time with all of these people for perhaps forty years. We had seen each of
these couples some in the intervening years, but not frequently. It was fun and
fortifying. Even something as simple as taking a group picture turned into a
laughing extravaganza.
On the way there, I was driving; Leroy
was privileged to see a beautiful bald eagle resting in a tree. Now why we
think bald eagles are so exciting to see, but do not feel the same about bald
men, I am not sure. Of course, if we know and love the bald man we might get
excited.
He, my bald guy, also saw two hawks swooping
around doing their thing. I just kept my eyes on the road and tried to avoid
cars.
Tonight I took my two mile Lenten walk,
but it turned into a 2.79 mile walk. Even though I am in a city it was so
refreshing to be out. I like the country better, but I tried to ignore the cars
except when I crossed streets. The trees in this neighborhood are tall towering
affairs sporting the random birds nest or more likely squirrel’s nests. It is
nice to see them silhouetted against the setting sun. It was brisk and invigorating.
What a gift to be able to spend time in the outdoors refreshing my body and
spirit.
We are both working tomorrow so that
should be good too.
Here is a picture of our group
Paula
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