We had a busy week around here!!! Malachi ended up sick after being at church with us last week, so he then proceeded to cough that adorable little cough all over Nic and I which resulted in a not so adorable cold for both Nic and I. Lots of tea. Lots of kleenex. Some White Collar binge watching. And some snuggles and books for the little man and we are all on the road to recovery I think.
Our whole week was spent gearing up for our big day trip to buffalo on Saturday!! We got to spend the day with one of my dearest friends from college, Sarah, and her boyfriend John. And my goodness I cannot tell you how much good it did both of our hearts to spend the day with some of the most genuine and caring people we have ever known.
We had many adventures including breakfast at the cutest little restaurant, wondering around a beautiful park and letting the little man explore the playground, long heart talks on a bench in the shade while Malachi napped, a trip to the Buffalo Zoo, and French crepes at another perfectly adorable coffee shop. After our day of adventures was over, we headed back to John's parents house for dinner and to take some amazingly perfect love story photos of Sarah and John. The Hogenmiller's were some of the most beautiful people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. We could not be more grateful for them welcoming us into their home and allowing us to feel at home. After dinner, complete with pizza with Chicken fingers on it (my new favorite by the way), and a sad goodbye, we made our way home with more love in our hearts than we have had in quite some time. Its so amazing what a day filled with love and joy and good friends can do for your spirit.
This season of life is full of changes and so much love. But this weekend served as such a gentle reminder of God's love and his grace in each of our lives. Sometimes I feel so grateful that God ultimately holds the plans for our lives. Had I gone to college somewhere else for my last three years I would have never met Nic. I would have never sat next to Sarah in Acting I and began a friendship that would last for the rest of our lives. If Sarah hadnt chose Regent, she would have never met John's sister Emily and met the love of her life. And Nic and I would have never gotten to experience all of the wonderful that this weekend was. So even in the seasons where change is abundant and God seems quiet, just remember that he is always working. And that he always holds the bigger picture. Even when we can't see it, he does and he will never let us fall. Life is a beautiful series of events. One that I love watching unfold. I am so grateful for every moment that this week held for us.
Look for a special post from Nic and I later this week. And have an amazing week!
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