looking ahead

i feel a little giddy thinking about breakfast for dinner last night.
martha and i hosted one last get-together for next year's staff.
i think over half of our staff came.
i loved watching them interact with each other. i loved laughing with them. they're a special bunch.

with the end coming so soon, i feel like God's given me such a gift in the glimpses of what is to come in the days ahead. it doesn't take away the hurt of saying good-bye to other dear friends, but i think he knew i needed the hope of next year as i squeeze my eyes tight to keep the tears from falling.
i can't help but thank Jesus for the beautiful people he keeps bringing into my life, even if my heart aches a bit.