by Kirst on March 10, 2010
Hi Sweetheart,
It’s just before dinner on Satuday night. What an incredible day! I was able to talk with you and Kayti, Mom and Dad, and also Doug Damon. The visit with a local pastor capped it off. I feel like a blessed man!
What an answer to prayer to hear about last night! It think you even classified it as “great sleep.” I guess she is just another Harrison woman who values her sleep. Glad to hear that you finally got what you needed, althought I am thinking that you could use a couple of nights like that, back-to-back. We’ll take them where we can get them, though, righy?
Still a little in shock that Kayti and Ryan stayed over at the Wrights last night for the whole night. I knew they could do it, but I still had some doubts in the back of my mind. Mainly about Buddy. But I guess the Wrights house is familiar territory and has good, safe memories attached to it. And as long as Kayti is there Buddy is usually fine.
I love you, Scott
by Kirst on March 9, 2010
Hi Sweetheart,
It’s just before dinner on Thursday night. I tried to call several times before they locked us down, but I think that I was calling to early. Hard to tell in here, it might be around 5:30. If we get out tonight, I’ll give it another shot.
Pretty cool Bible Study today. It centered around Ephesians 4:29 and dealt with our attitudes and the words that can spring forth from our mouths. Great discussion surrounding harboring bitterness or hate, even after we have forgiven them. I witness many “light bulbs” turning on, must have really hit home. I love when the guys are really engaged and actively discussing real life applications of God’s principles. There were definite “take aways” for them to cling to today.
Stranger asked me to sit with him today and help him with the daily study I had given him. It’s a Max Lucado New Testament with a 30-day Bible Study for new believers in the back. He was having some difficulties with some of the verses and questions being asked. It’s neat because he really wants to understand it, and to change. So we went over the one for today and completed it together. I think he is just unsure of himself, no self-confidence because this is so new. The plan, as we discussed today, is for him to work on this in the morning and then come to me with questions in the afternoon. He thanked me several times and seemed genuinely excited.
It’s just after lunch on Friday afternoon, The weather looks good outside, which means we may get some outside rec time today or tomorrow. The fresh air and the feel of the sun on my face is a combo I crave. I just like being out in the sun, there’s something rejuvenating about it. That’s just one of the reasons I like where we live. It lends itself to an outside lifestyle. I really like being able to roll my workbench out in the driveway and spend some time out in the sun and in the country air. It fuels me rather than wears me out.
I am so glad were were able to talk last night. Ever since Tuesday night’s call I have been worried about you and your spirit. Praying for rest just didn’t seem like what you really needed, but I couldn’t exactly put my finger on it so I left it up to God. What an interesting concept. Hearing about the success of Mallory’s day at Michelle’s was a huge answer to prayer. In fact, God had that in the works even before a prayer was whispered. Awesome! And then your time at Debbie’s was another example of His creative provision and care. I had mentioned to you on the phone I had been praying that God would provide you with moments of rest sprinkled throughout your week. But the time, the fellowship at Debbie’s was more than I could ask for. Again, He knows what we need, listening to our prayers like a concered parent. All the while wanting nothing more than to care for our every need, especially when we don’t even know what that need is.
I love you, Scott
by Kirst on March 4, 2010
Hi Sweetheart,
It’s just after lunch on Tuesday. We didn’t have day room last night or this morning, which in a way was kind of a blessing considering the current climate. The obvious down side was that I couldn’t call you. And since we hadn’t talked much when I called earlier, I was really looking forward to “our” time. I pray the instead you were provided with some additional rest.
My friend Carlos and I cleaned after breakfast this morning. He is reading the book When God Whispers Your Name and is just a few chapters in so far. But he wanted to chat about them, discuss them. It was cool to see his perspective on the same material I have read. And through his 20 year old eyes. He has proven to be a friend, and a good Christian ally.
Buddy breaks my heart. Hearing him on the phone telling me he needs me is hard to handle. But I want to hear it, need to hear it, even though it hurts. I can only imagine what he is going through and what you are going through in support of him. No easy task ineed. I pray daily that the Lord will comfort all of you while we are separated. Not to take the pain away, but to ease the suffering and provide peace and understanding.
I love you, Scott
