A Day of Firsts

This could be a day of firsts. I’m optimistic. I moved my junk the day after Christmas, but came back for Mo & Kelly’s sweet wedding, so I didn’t really say goodbye. My farewell to Dallas has been a little drawn out. It’s like I still have so much life left here that I’ve had to separate myself in increments.

I really enjoyed seeing Lynn Etta and spending time with her family. She is so full of grace and strength, I always leave her presence inspired. Lunch with Jeanne was encouraging and filled me up as always. These two women have invested in and mentored me through seminary and I’m not sure what life is going to look like without them to drink coffee and talk with. I hope we can figure Skype out, cause talking on the phone is just lame in comparison to face-to-face.

I was honored by Suzanne when she asked me to be a bridesmaid in her wedding this summer. It will be fun, no doubt and a great guarantee that I get to see my sweet girls again soon. Time with Katy was precious too. She has such a passion for the Lord and loves people with such depth. Teaches me every time.

Mo & Kelly’s wedding was incredible. I haven’t seen a couple more in love and more devoted to one another and the Lord. It truly was beautiful. Plus I got to dance the night away with Amber and spend some much needed time with her. She is a treasure of a woman and I miss her already.

I really cherished the time I got to spend with Brittney and her darling family. Her couch is about my favorite place in the world. I’ve loved our hours of talking and sharing life there, and I’m pretty positive I get more counsel from her than she does from me. I love having a friend with so much shared history. Reminds me of how far we’ve come and how special true friendship is. She’s a keeper.

So it’s a day of firsts. First time leaving Dallas feels permanent. First day I’ve let myself be sad. First day I’ve looked forward to finding a reason to visit the city I thought I would be so happy to leave. I can’t help but be excited about the future though my heart is heavy today. But I’m choosing right now, that instead of a day of goodbyes, it’s a day of see you soons. Our hope is in eternity and with friends in the Family, our goodbye is never for long. What we do miss about each others lives in this short lifetime, we’ll have forever to catch up on. And I want to hear every juicy detail.

Comment:

Mom: very interesting, we, you and me, tend to make quick judgements, thanks goodness we don’t often burn the bridges. I will miss visiting Lacie in Dallas, that was a fun city to visit. Bet I will like visiting Lacie in those other Cities??? MOM