Friends Along the Way

I have been reminded this past week of the incredible friendships that I am blessed to have in my life. We shared life experiences this past week in Florida with people that have been part of our story for many years. Tonight we hosted five families and their children in our home for dinner and swimming. These are good friends that have been part of our lives for some portion of the last three years. It underscores the value of community and the tangible benefit of sharing life with people you care deeply for. It matters not whether this is from day-to-day life or it is shared in stolen moments of hugs & laughter when you share the same zip code for a brief time period. Our family has been favored with great friends to walk this journey of life with us & I am grateful for each of them whether they are near or far.