We cried.
Not many people know that, but when David and I got the phone call that we were moving to Dearborn, we cried.
We stood in our quiet lake home and looked at each other. And we knew, right then, that we wouldn’t say no. We could have. But we would never do that. If you sign up for the itinerant life as a pastor (which we did) and if you believe that God called you to it (which we do) then how could we say no? We couldn’t.
So we packed up our boxes and we cleared out our home and we stood on the dock and watched one last sunset and I rode to my cornfield to say goodbye. And I peeked in the robin’s nest one final time and bade farewell to my favorite tree, the one that always reminded me of a ballerina.
And we moved.
And left all this…
for the city….
So what did we find in Dearborn?
We found that although we weren’t surrounded by a lake, we were certainly showered with love.
We found a beautiful home and people with beautiful hearts, waiting to greet us there.
There’s a sunny, peaceful place for me to write…
And a cozy back porch where just the three of us: me, God and the cardinal have a date each morning…
We have our very first ‘Reading Room’…
And a gorgeous neighborhood in which to walk, filled with splendid, splendid trees..
And acorns… So. Many. Acorns.
I picked this one up yesterday and held it in my hand.
All that promise.
All that potential.
All that power.
Right there in that one small seed.
I’m sure it wasn’t too happy about leaving its cozy spot high up in that tree.
But all it needs is to be picked up and planted: in the right place, at the right time.
And then showered with love…
Lovely neighborhood and new home!!! Is there room of us when we come visit next!? xoxox
There sure is!! 🙂
Your writings always inspire me, Glenys. I know God has special plans for you and David in Dearborn, and I can only imagine all the inspirations you will receive there. And the people in Dearborn…oh, are they in for great blessings from God through you both!
Bless you for that Peggy! You are a great encouragement to me! ❤
That’s the city?!
Haha Pauline! That’s our neighborhood, on the edge of the city! And we have a spare room 🙂
The human mind plans the way, but the Lord directs the steps. (Proverbs 16:9) My…God has been directing your steps all the way on your journey. I am thankful your steps were directed to Schoolcraft and I had the pleasure to get to know you and David. Hands down, my friend, you simply are the “Best Storyteller” and the “Acorn Story” is another good example. Thank you for sharing this story and the lovely photos. Looking forward to following you wherever you go!!! Sending love and care.
Dottie Neal
Oh, Dottie, that comment blessed me so much! I owe so much to Schoolcraft UMC and the part you all played in my journey. Thank you for who you are ❤
Thank you for letting us know about your continuing journey. Looks like an idyllic neighborhood. Very reassuring to know you are happy there. Keep in touch. Thanks for the pictures!
It’s lovely to hear from you, Susan! God Bless!
only you can make me cry over an acorn…you write from the heart…love you my friend…
Oh, Carol…I’m sorry I made you cry! That is the power of words.
Love you too ❤
Beautiful pictures, Glenys. Thanks for sharing. Looks like a great neighborhood, and I’m really happy for you and David!
Thank you Steve!
I was touched by your wonderful description of the itinerancy. Our new pastor at Grand Rapids St. Paul’s has a similar point of view. You have described it with such beautiful words and photos. Thank you.
Thank you Jackie. I so appreciate you commenting here.
Sounds like a beautiful place to be ❤️
It is!