Once Again a Virginian

...at least for a little while!

And no--before you get smart--I didn't say "Once Again a Virgin."

The dust has settled somewhat and we find ourselves in a place I never imagined possible - the house I grew up in. There are Lathams on Ferry Road once again. Never thought I'd see the day...

Linds has asked me a couple times if it's weird being back here, but I can honestly say it doesn't feel like the house I grew up aside from its little quirks that subconsciously come back to me (like how to jiggle the front door key just so, pull up on the bathroom door a bit to make sure it's closed, etc.). Other than that, it feels distinctly "us" because...well...it's US in it!

We are very thankful that we have a soft place to fall during this season of unknowns. To have my parents' old house vacant for the first time in 35 years is nothing short of a miracle. We are very thankful for their willingness to let us crash here for a few days or weeks (hopefully not too many months!). We know it's quite a financial burden on them, so we are praying that God would continue to meet our needs, especially now that it is affecting other people.

Our Salisbury chapter is behind us. There are many things and people we will miss, but truth be told, we are very relieved to leave Salisbury behind. I told Linds as we look back at our three years in Salisbury, they will be distinctly defined by the word "struggle." We have some wonderful memories and great friendships, but it will be remembered as a time of refining, building of our faith, and tempering of our calling to follow God on this journey called ministry. From start to finish, we faced obstacles and challenges, but we understand that they were all part of God's greater purpose. So, we embrace it...as we let it go.

Now, on to the next challenge!