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My son and his family are on their way to Chicago. They fly out Wednesday and will be back in their home in Leuven, Belgium before long. It was wonderful to have time to visit with them and hear about their lives. Of course, I loved the time with my grandson. He can kick a ball very well and loves to interact with people. He is really a little social being. I think he is wonderful and he reminds me of our sons when they were little. I miss those days.
Life does not stand still for any of us. It is always moving on and it is surprising how quickly it goes by. That thought has sustained me through some tough times. It has given me courage to stand firm on what I know is right and it has helped me know that is short time my problems will not only be solved but that they will seem small and insignificant.
My spouse, Phyllis, is with my son and family. She is taking them to the airport and then will spend some time with her family in the Chicago airport. So, I sit in an empty house. It many ways it feels good but in many others ways it seems lonely and too quiet. I am hoping that I appreciate all that God has given me and that I never take my loved ones for granted. For that matter I hope I appreciate all who have made my life richer.