As I sit here, there are literally boxes and piles of stuff surrounding me...the house is all packed and we are ready for the U-Haul truck tomorrow. In a way it seems so surreal that this is our last night in this home, our last night in Bayfield (we are spending tomorrow night with my parents about 30 miles away) and yet in another way I am amazed that this time is finally here!
For the most part, I am excited and so anxious to begin this next chapter in our lives; yet there is a part of me that is still sad and will miss this place immensely! I will miss the mountains and seeing deer in my front yard. I will miss the small town feel, walking in the store and knowing almost everyone, random trips to Wal-Mart with my dear friend Dani, the people, etc.
If I were to sum up our time here in Bayfield into one word it would be RELATIONSHIPS! More than ministry programs or events our ministry has been filled with dicipleship and mentoring relationships; friendships; relationships with those at the school; church family relationships, etc. A friend summed it up well when she said that Bayfield has been a place where we could heal from some past wounds and know that there really are caring and loving people in the world... I am SO very thankful that the Lord has had us here these past 4 years and I know that the people here will forever be in our hearts!
With that being said - I am SO excited to finally get on the road to Borger and the opportunities that await us there. Already we have met people that we love and can't wait to get to know more! The people there are so warm and welcoming and we know that it will also be a precious time for our family.
Tomorrow we load up the moving truck, clean the house and then head to my parents' for the night. Friday we will be up early and on the road - we are anticipating about a 10 hour drive. Saturday will be unloading at our new home in Borger. Sunday is Joel's first official day on staff at FBC Borger!
For the most part, I am excited and so anxious to begin this next chapter in our lives; yet there is a part of me that is still sad and will miss this place immensely! I will miss the mountains and seeing deer in my front yard. I will miss the small town feel, walking in the store and knowing almost everyone, random trips to Wal-Mart with my dear friend Dani, the people, etc.
If I were to sum up our time here in Bayfield into one word it would be RELATIONSHIPS! More than ministry programs or events our ministry has been filled with dicipleship and mentoring relationships; friendships; relationships with those at the school; church family relationships, etc. A friend summed it up well when she said that Bayfield has been a place where we could heal from some past wounds and know that there really are caring and loving people in the world... I am SO very thankful that the Lord has had us here these past 4 years and I know that the people here will forever be in our hearts!
With that being said - I am SO excited to finally get on the road to Borger and the opportunities that await us there. Already we have met people that we love and can't wait to get to know more! The people there are so warm and welcoming and we know that it will also be a precious time for our family.
Tomorrow we load up the moving truck, clean the house and then head to my parents' for the night. Friday we will be up early and on the road - we are anticipating about a 10 hour drive. Saturday will be unloading at our new home in Borger. Sunday is Joel's first official day on staff at FBC Borger!
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wow, I cant believe your leaving. I know this is hard on you Ronnie and I pray that you get settled and establish awesome relationships there! How are you parents handling this? Best Wishes Friend!
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