Thankful for VISITS WITH FRIENDS...

Day 18... I love when friends pop in!  But when they drive 7 hrs to come see you, that's the best!  In October the Martins came for a weekend to visit and on Sunday the Johns came to visit.  Both of these visits were so fun for all of us.  I love the conversations that fill the house and the laughter that echoes.  I love how it seems like no time at all has passed since we last saw each other.  I love that our friendships are rooted in our faith and because of that our friends are like family.  God has blessed us with many treasured friendships over the years.  I am thankful for each one and the role they have played in our lives.  God brings us friends to love us, to encourage us, to strengthen us and to challenge us.  Whether it's been years since we've seen you, or we saw you yesterday, we are so very thankful for each of you!